Lenovo A5 reservations begin in China; Release date is July 26

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Jul 24, 2018

On June 5, Lenovo had held a launch event to announce Lenovo Z5, Lenovo K5 Note and Lenovo A5 smartphones. Except for Lenovo A5, the other two smartphones have been available for purchase in China. Starting from July 23, Lenovo has also started the sales of the Lenovo A5. It is currently available for reservations at JD.com. The Jingdong Mall listing reveals that it will be hitting the market on July 26.

The Lenovo A5 is an entry-level smartphone that features a 5.45-inch IPS LCD display panel that offers 18:9 aspect ratio and Full HD+ resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels. The MediaTek MT6739 SoC powers the Lenovo A5 along with 3 GB of RAM. The handset is also equipped with a microSD card slot. It is packed with a big battery of 4,000mAh capacity.

The Lenovo A5 has a single rear camera of 13-megapixel. It is couple with LED flash. The frontside of the phone features an 8-megapixel selfie shooter. The front camera also supports face unlock feature. The A5 is also equipped with a fingerprint scanner. The handset is loaded with Android 8.1 Oreo that is customized with ZUI 3.9.

The handset comes in 16 GB and 32 GB storage models. Both variants of the smartphone feature 3 GB of RAM. They are respectively priced at 599 Yuan (~$88) and 799 Yuan (~$117). Both the Lenovo A5 models are listed on JD, but only the base model is available for reservations. At the launch event, the company had announced the Lenovo A5 in colors like gold, black and pink. The A5 model that is listed on JD is only available in black color.

The Lenovo A5 seems to be a worthy competitor for the Xiaomi Redmi 6A that includes similar specifications. The 16 GB storage + 2 GB RAM and 32 GB storage + 3 GB RAM variants of the Redmi 6A are respectively priced at 599 Yuan (~$88) and 699 Yuan (~$103). Xiaomi is selling the Redmi 6 that features dual rear cameras, better SoC, 32 GB of storage, 3 GB of RAM with a price tag of 799 Yuan (~$117).

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Honor Note 10 tipped to feature AI2K technology that delivers 2K quality on its 1080p resolution

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 24, 2018

The Honor Note 10 is expected to be launched on July 31 and Huawei has released an official invitation to that effect. Ahead of its launch, the device has also made an appearance recently on China’s telecoms regulatory agency’s website – TENAA. The listing gave us an insight into the specifications of the device. One of the details revealed includes the presence of a 2220 x 1080p AMOLED display.

Before now, there were reports that Huawei has purchased a large inventory of 2K AMOLED display panels from Samsung and it was speculated to be for use on the Honor Note 10. That seems not to be the case but there’s a catch. Some internet users have disclosed via a post on Baidu that Huawei plans to utilize a new technology known as AI2k on the Honor Note 10. As suggested by the name, the technology makes use of Artificial Intelligence in order to enable the 1080p resolution display on the device to achieve 2K image quality. A teaser poster released by Honor had earlier shown the Note 10 would come with artificial intelligence.

The 1080p display which the device is expected to feature ordinarily helps in reducing CPU and GPU load as well as improving battery life. But with this new technology, the display would be able to offer more than 1080p resolution. This could be done in a way similar to what Nvidia did in 2014 with its Dynamic Super Resolution (DSR) which offers 4K quality on a 1080p resolution. We’ll have to wait to find out how the technology works when it is unveiled. The Honor Note is also tipped by Netizens to feature some other “scary” technology which will meet with us on July 31.

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Buy Xiaomi Huami Amazfit Bip Lite Version Smart Watch For Only $55.99 On GearBest

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Vinay Patel

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Jul 24, 2018

Huami took the wearable realm by storm with the Amazfit Bip. The budget smartwatch is the newest addition to the Xiaomi sub brand’s portfolio of awe-inspiring wearables. More importantly, it is currently up for grabs at an even lowered price on GearBest.

Much to the delight of fitness-conscious people who are on a tight budget, the Chinese online store is doling out a noteworthy 20% off on the Xiaomi Huami Amazfit Bip. As a result, the lite version smartwatch can now be yours at a dropped price of just $55.99.

With a record-breaking battery life of up to 30 days with normal use and up to 45 days with minimal notifications, the Amazfit Bip is quite an irresistible smartwatch at this heavily discounted price. Moreover, the Bip is super lightweight and comfortable to wear on a daily basis, and even during outdoor activities like sports.

Bearing a more than a passing resemblance to the Apple Watch, the Bip dons a square shape which is further enhanced with rounded corners. On top of that, it’s got a comparable curved glass that glimmers around the bezels. There’s a crown placed on the right side; however, it’s merely a button and doesn’t spin.

Furthermore, the Bip can receive notifications for apps as well as for calls, messages, and emails on the color touch display. The device can perform a myriad of other activities such as tracking your runs, cycling and more with mapped routes, showing accurate stats and heart rate zones.

The Amazfit Bip adopts state-of-the-art technology to deliver features such as a barometer, compass, optical heart rate sensor, GPS, and 3-axis accelerometer. Its always-on display offers an at-a-glance view for various information such as date, weather, time, steps, sports stats and lots more.

If you’re interested in checking out the full specification and take advantage of the discount before it ends, just head straight to this link. It is worth noting that there were only 9 pieces left for the Flash Sale price, and the promo is slated to end in just 5 days.

Get 20% Off On The Amazfit Bip Smartwatch On GearBest

OPPO may launch full screen selfie phone with second screen, suggests new patent

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jul 24, 2018

According to OPPO, the recently unveiled Find X flagship phone’s massive display offers a screen-to-body ratio of 93.8 percent. The handset is equipped with advanced features like 3D facial scanning and pop-up camera setup. The recent patent filings of the company suggest that it plans to launch new smartphones with innovative design and features in the near future. For instance, it had recently applied multiple patents for foldable smartphones. Also, the Chinese manufacturer has recently received patent approval for a new selfie-centric smartphone at World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO).

As it can be seen below, the new patent reveals that the smartphone features a full screen design. The front camera is absent, and the screen is surrounded with ultra-slim bezels. This suggests that the smartphone will be offering an impressive screen-to-body ratio. The backside of the handset is interesting as it features a dual camera setup as well as a secondary touchscreen display. This may not feature a fingerprint scanner, or it could be embedded under the main display.

Scenes that are captured by the camera are visible on the second screen. The additional display will give access to some camera features such as night mode, continuous video recording, self-timer apart from regular photo and video shooting.

The main display can show the same content on the front. There is an icon which allow users to conveniently switch to the second display. OPPO may either use an LCD or an OLED screen on the phone. There is a possibility that the company may opt for a flexible panel so that the edges can neatly curve into the edge of the phone.

The second display is placed on the upper half of the rear panel in such a way that the user can hold the smartphone comfortably without touching the screen. The above image shows the OPPO has considered different positions for the dual rear cameras. The patent filing reveals that it is a dust-resistant and waterproof smartphone. OPPO had filed this patent in September last year and it was published by WIPO on July 12.

There is no confirmation on whether OPPO will be soon launching a smartphone with such a design. The above patent seems to be a very suitable design for OPPO’s selfie expert series of smartphones.

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Samsung rumored to be developing a gaming smartphone

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 24, 2018

For a while now, different manufacturers have been venturing into the manufacture of gaming smartphones. In 2011 Sony Ericsson released the Xperia Play which was one of the first gaming smartphones while in late 2017 Razer the gaming equipment manufacturer introduced the Razer phone. This year Xiaomi launched the Black Shark gaming smartphone and Nubia also came with Red Magic gaming phone. There are indications that other OEMs are planning to do same, with particular reference to Huawei and Samsung. To this end, rumour has it that South Korean giant Samsung the is working on its own gaming smartphone.

The rumor came to limelight just recently when the tipster with the username “MMDDJ_” on twitter posted that Samsung is working on a smartphone which is specially designed for gaming. In past time, the source has always hinted and is always correct on product Samsung would be launching. Although the tipster didn’t reveal the specs of the device, if actually, Samsung is working on one, in the nearest future we would get to know about its specs.

It should be noted that recently, Samsung smartphone chief DJ Koh indicated that the Galaxy Note 9 would come with an S Pen which is expected to perform a whole lot of function when it comes to playing of games in the device. The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 would be announced on August 9 and more details about the pen and functionality would be revealed.

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Buy The Mi 8 Smartphone And Other Xiaomi-Branded Items At Heavily Discounted Price On GearBest

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Vinay Patel

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Jul 24, 2018

Looks like Xiaomi fans are in for a treat. GearBest is currently doling out big discounts on a broad range of Xiaomi-branded products that would normally set you back a pretty penny on the Chinese online store.

First off, GearBest is offering an 8% discount on the Mi 8 smartphone, which carries a steep price tag of $589.99. But thanks to the discount, the well-received phone can now be yours at a reduced price of just $489.99.

Rest of the products have been split into multiple categories in a bid to simplify the search process. We’ll take a look at some of these categories and the discounts they have to offer.

New Xiaomi Products on Sale

GearBest handing out the Xiaomi Mi Band 3 bracelet as a free gift to those who buy any of the new Xiaomi phones featured in this category. On the downside, there are only 2000 pieces of the Mi Band 3 up for grabs and the coupons shouldn’t have been used.

As part of this recently kicked off Flash Sale promo, GearBest is giving 9% off on the Mi A2 Lite, which usually sells for $242.86 on the site. As a result, the coveted smartphone can now be yours at a discounted price of just $219.99.

The Flash Sale price will be valid for 3 color versions including black, light sky blue and gold. While there were only 477 pieces left at the time of writing, you can get an opportunity to receive a Mi Band 3 smartwatch as a free gift when you buy this item.

Other Top Xiaomi Phones

Xiaomi has a reputation for manufacturing top-end mobile devices including smartphones and tablets. These devices boast an array of jaw-dropping features that justify the steep price tags they usually carry.

If you’ve been waiting to get your hands on a high-end Xiaomi phone, but aren’t willing to spend a lot of money, you’ve come to the right place. This section is crammed with Xiaomi-branded smartphones and phablets that you can buy without breaking the bank.

For the sake of an instance, you can buy the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 4G phablet at a discounted price of just $199.99. This is a 25% reduction in the phone’s original asking price of $267.70.

Moreover, you can choose from black, golden, dark sky blue and red color versions. With just 176 pieces left for the Flash Sale price, the promo is slated to end in 6 days.

Cool Electronics

Aside from mobile phones and phablets, GearBest is selling smartwatches, cameras and a slew of other electronic items at a heavily slashed price. The category encompasses some of the most coveted items including the Xiaomi Amazfit Smartwatch 2.

The site is offering a noteworthy 20% off on the Xiaomi Huami AMAZFIT Bip Lite Version smartwatch’s retail price of $69.57. As a result, the feature-laden device can now be yours at a lowered price of just $55.99.

Likewise, photography enthusiasts can get a 22% off on the Xiaomi Mi Sphere Camera 4K Panorama action camera, which sells for $286.83 without the discount on GearBest. Thanks to the aforesaid discount, the device is up for grabs at a reduced price of just $223.99; however, there were just 94 pieces remaining.

On top of that, GearBest is providing big discounts on computer and networking related items as well. The site is offering significant discounts on a slew of Xiaomi-branded accessories as well. You can visit this link to check out the rest of the products and take advantage of the promo before it comes to an end.

Get Big Discounts On Xiaomi-Branded Products On GearBest

Nokia’s upcoming flagship with multiple cameras may cost $1,000

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jul 24, 2018

The Nokia 8 and Nokia 8 Sirocco are the only flagship phones by HMD Global. Unlike flagship phones from other brands like Apple, Samsung, Huawei, LG and so on that are priced expensively, the Nokia 8 and Nokia 8 Sirocco have affordable pricing. Fresh information reveals that the upcoming Nokia flagship phone may cost around $1,000 and it will be delivering topnotch photography experience.

The name of the forthcoming Nokia flagship is still under the wraps. Past reports have suggested that 2018 Nokia flagship could be called Nokia 9 or Nokia 10 or event Nokia A1 Plus. If it will be priced around $1,000, it has to carry top-notch specs and design. It is now speculated that the smartphone will be arriving with a notch-less display and it is likely to feature Light’s multiple camera sensor. The exact specs of the smartphone is not known, but it should be packed with the latest Qualcomm SoC, 6 GB or higher RAM and a large internal storage.

Popular tipster Roland Quandt had claimed in the previous month that forthcoming Nokia A1 Plus will be fueled by Snapdragon 845 SoC and it will be fitted with an OLED screen supplied by LG Display. The handset is expected to arrive as the first Nokia phone with in-display fingerprint scanner. It also rumored to be loaded with Android 9.0 P.

When it came to camera of Nokia A1 Plus, Quandt had also unearthed that the smartphone could be equipped with “high risk camera” without mentioning more information on it. He had stated that the Finnish firm has been working on the Nokia A1 Plus from February this year and the company could be aiming to announce it by the end of Q3 this year.

It is speculated that the firm may use the IFA 2018 platform to announce the Nokia A1 Plus. The Nokia 8 was unveiled in October 2017. Hence, there is a possibility that the Finland-based firm may choose to announce its upcoming flagship by October this year. Hopefully, the rumor mill may reveal specs and images of next flagship phone by the company in the coming weeks.

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Giveaway – Win a Xiaomi Bluetooth Earphone

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Jul 24, 2018

Gizmochina along with Banggood is conducting 1 unit Xiaomi Bluetooth Earphone as giveaway gift to a lucky reader. Like always, you just have to follow the steps mentioned on the Gleam widget to get a chance to win this amazing gift.

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Buy The F1 F1 Sport Smart Watch For Just $49.99 On Tomtop VIP

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Vinay Patel

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Jul 24, 2018

If you’ve restlessly been waiting to get your hands on a feature-laden smartwatch that doesn’t burn a hole in your pocket, we got good news for you. Tomtop VIP is doling out a big discount on the F1 sports smartwatch.

While the market is brimming with all sorts of smartwatches, they usually come bearing steep price tags or possess inadequate features. The F1, on the other hand, is crammed with an array of awe-inspiring specs and features that are likely to sweep fitness conscious people off their feet without emptying their pocket.

In other words, you don’t need to spend a fortune to buy the F1. In fact, it usually sells for just $129.99 on Tomtop VIP. But if you’re on a tight budget and aren’t willing to spend that kind of money on a smartwatch, you’ve come to the right place.

Tomtop VIP is currently offering a discount to bring the F1 smartwatch’s retail price down to just $49.99. The social e-commerce platform is giving cost-conscious buyers an opportunity to save $80 without breaking much of a sweat.

The F1 is quite a bargain at this considerably reduced price, given that it features an eye-catching sporty design, which is further augmented with a highly appealing stainless steel buckle and silicone strap. Moreover, the device comes with GPS (Global Positioning System).

Aside from that, the F1 features a 1.3-inches LCD touchscreen display which bears a screen resolution of 240 x 240 pixels. The smartwatch is housed in a robust alloy body, and it has two physical buttons that you can use for various functions.

The device houses a USB port for charging and a SIM card tray on its side. If you’re an adventure junkie who’s always on the go, the F1 can be your perfect companion. It is capable of independently receiving calls and messages so that you can always stay in touch with your friends and family even during outdoor activities.

The F1 is powered by a MediaTek MT2503 processor and it offers 32MB of RAM and 128MB of onboard storage. In terms of connectivity, the smartwatch offers GSM and Bluetooth connectivity.

Furthermore, the F1 comes with a myriad of useful features such as sleep monitoring, stopwatch, compass, pressure, independent call, track record, run, walk, riding, message notifications, and social app notifications. You can head straight to this link in order to buy the F1 smartwatch at a lowered price.

Get A Big Discount On The F1 F1 Sport Smart Watch On Tomtop VIP

Get 6% Off On All Products From The DD4-Owned Store [Discount Coupon Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Jul 24, 2018

Deemed as one of world’s most popular wholesale and retail online stores, DD4 offers a broad range of top-end products. The site continues to upload more and more new products in a bid to meet skyrocketing market request.

DD4 comprises more than 7,000 vendors, and over 65,000 products have been sold to 600,000 customers worldwide. Much to the delight of cost-conscious buyers, the Shenzhen-based cross-border e-commerce platform is offering 6% off on all electronics, fashion gadgets, and other products that are available in its online store.

The promo dubbed, ‘Come On In and Have a Look – Buy More Pay Less,’ features numerous products that have further been separated into two categories i.e. New Arrivals and Most Popular. We’ll take a look at some of the items that you can buy on the DD4-owned store without emptying your pocket.

For the sake of an instance, you can get a considerable 12% off on the A64 RK3328 USB3.0 TV Box. The device would normally set you back a pretty penny, but thanks to the discount you can now get your hands on the coveted TV box at a dropped price of just $84.18. The deal is slated to end in 5 days.
Alternatively, you can go for the Xiaomi MiTu WiFi FPV HD Camera Mini RC Drone Quadcopter, which carries a price tag of $78.99. In order to reduce its selling price to just $74.25, all you need to do is apply the coupon code ‘DD4save6X’ during the check out process. In other words, you can save $4.74 simply by using the aforesaid coupon.

It is imperative for you to bear in mind that the coupon cannot be applied to promotion products. Keeping in line with that, you cannot use it get an additional discount on the A64 RK3328 USB3.0 TV Box and other similar products.

You can use the coupon code to get a considerable 6% off on all products from the DD4-owned store. However, it is worth noting that the coupon will be valid only for a limited period of time so head straight to this link if you’re interested in taking advantage of the discount.

Get 6% Off On All Products From DD4 Online Store

HMD Global may have discontinued the Nokia 6 (2018) in China

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 23, 2018

The Nokia 6 (2018) or Nokia 6.1 as it is known in other markets was the first phone launched by HMD Global this year. The device, like its predecessor, first launched in China before it made it to other markets. Six months later, it appears HMD Global has discontinued it in China.

Apparently, the device is no longer available at all three official retail partners. The Nokia 6 is officially sold by JD.com, Tmall, and Suning and all three of them don’t have it for sale anymore. Although the phone hasn’t been removed from the Nokia China site, the chances of these stores stocking it back are slim.

The Nokia 6 (2018) doesn’t seem like a good buy anymore. The Nokia 7 which shares the same processor as it now sells for ¥1199 (~$177) for the 4GB RAM + 64GB model. This is the same price as the 4GB RAM + 64GB Nokia 6 (2018) at Tmall before it was no longer available. It has the same 3000mAh battery too but a smaller 5.2-inch FHD display.

There is also the new Nokia X5 which comes with a more modern design, a more powerful Helio P60 SoC, and has a cheaper price tag.

While discontinuing it may seem like a rash decision, it seems like the best thing to do. The Nokia 6 (2018) is still available in other markets and will likely continue to be sold there if Nokia doesn’t launch any of its newer phones in those markets.

Xiaomi’s POCOPHONE F1 European price leaks, may give OnePlus a run for its money

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 23, 2018

Xiaomi trademarked a new brand name called POCOPHONE about a month ago. The first phone under the brand has been certified at Taiwan’s NCC and has also been seen at the FCC. It is also among the five Xiaomi phones that got certified at the ECC last week. Now the selling price of the phone in Europe has been revealed.

The info comes from popular leaker Roland Quandt (@rquandt) who posted a tweet revealing the details. In the tweet, he said the POCOPHONE F1 is actually pretty cheap based on its price tag. In Eastern Europe, the 6GB RAM + 64GB ROM model is priced at about ~€420 while the 6GB RAM + 128GB model is priced at ~€460.

Xiaomi Pocophone F1 will seemingly be cheap as chips… listing in eastern Euroland for ~420 Euro (6/64GB) and ~460 Euro (6/128GB) (prices converted). If it really has an SDM845 that pricing would be really impressive for a device with a 5,99in 2160x1080px screen.

— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) July 23, 2018

The base model is significantly cheaper than the OnePlus 6 which sells for €519 for the 6GB RAM + 64GB model. Even though the POCOPHONE F1 doesn’t have 8GB of RAM, the €460 price of the 128GB version is still a very good offer as against the 8GB RAM OnePlus 6 that sells for €569.

The POCOPHONE F1 surfaced in a hands-on video last week and the video showed revealed a few details. First, the codename of the device is “Beryllium” which is the fourth SD845-powered Xiaomi phone expected to launch this year and also be sold in India.

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It also revealed the phone has a 2.8GHz processor, runs MIUI 9 based on Android 8.1 Oreo, and has 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. With respect to design, the phone has a notch similar to that of the Xiaomi Mi 8 but a different rear camera design.

The dual rear cameras sit in the middle and not on the left like Xiaomi’s recent releases. The design is also the same as that of the sketch at the FCC.

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Xiaomi Mi Pad 4 LTE version goes on sale tomorrow at 10 AM

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 23, 2018

Xiaomi launched the 4th generation Mi Pad about a month ago. The Snapdragon 660-powered tablet comes in Wi-Fi only and LTE variants but since it went on sale, only the Wi-Fi version has been available for purchase. Starting tomorrow, Xiaomi will begin to sell the LTE version.

The Mi Pad 4 LTE version comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage and will sell for ¥1499 (~$220). It also has GPS and a nano-SIM slot. The rest of the specs are the same as that of the non-LTE models.

The tablet comes with an 8-inch 1920 x 1200 display with a 16:10 aspect ratio. It is the first and only tablet so far to have a Snapdragon 660 AIE processor powering it.

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Lenovo Z5 Aurora 6GB RAM and 64GB storage model to go on sale for 1,399 Yuan ($206)

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Jeet

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Jul 23, 2018

Last week, Lenovo started selling the Lenovo Z5 Aurora edition for the first time in China. However, only the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage variant was available for purchase for a price of 1,799 Yuan, which roughly converts to $269.

Now, the company has announced that the 6GB RAM and 64GB storage model of the Lenovo Z5 Aurora will be available for purchase from July 26 for 1,399 Yuan (approximately $206), similar to the pricing of other color models. The Black and Blue color edition was already available for purchase prior to the launch of Aurora color edition.

The Lenovo Z5 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.

Under the hood, the device is powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 636 processor along with 6GB of RAM. The smartphone comes in two storage options — 64GB and 128GB, but 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 for taking selfies and video calling.

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-based voice commands, and features such as automatic call answer through gestures.

The company has also promised the upcoming Android P version update for the Lenovo Z5. The device is powered by a 3,300mAh battery which comes with support for 18W fast charging.

OnePlus 6 OxygenOS 5.1.9 update brings Intelligent Battery Saving feature

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Jeet

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Jul 23, 2018

OnePlus’ current flagship smartphone — OnePlus 6 has received another update for the OxygenOS which brings the new feature of enhancing the battery life.

The latest OxygenOS 5.1.9 update add the intelligent battery saving feature to the OnePlus 6. The feature will optimize the battery and will intelligently turn off the network operations when the user is asleep. The feature works based on the user’s sleep patterns, where the phone guesses when it will be out of use for a long time.

The China-based company is calling this new feature “Sleep Standby Optimization” and it’ll not be activated by default. Users can activate the feature using the advanced optimization section under the battery optimization option from the phone’s settings. The feature extends the battery life of the phone, which packs a 3,300mAh battery that can be charged up to 80 percent in just 30 minutes.

Earlier, an update for the OnePlus 6 brought slow-motion video support as well as notch hiding support. The recent update for the phone was supposed to fix some system stability issues and optimize call quality. However, several users complained about serious battery drain, which reduces battery life by half with the screen consuming more than usual. Some users also complained about the camera app freezing.

The OnePlus 6 features a 6.28-inch notched AMOLED display with screen resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels and 19:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, the phone is powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 845 octa-core processor. It packs up to 8GB RAM and up to 256GB internal storage with support for microSD card slot.

The phone is powered by a 3,300mAh battery, with support for the company’s fast charging technology. On the back side, there’s a dual camera setup, sporting a 16MP primary Sony IMX519 sensor with f/1.7 aperture, 1.22um pixels, and OIS, and a 20MP Sony IMX376K secondary camera sensor, mainly for depth information. On the front side, there’s a 16MP snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

The device is running the company’s own OxygenOS, which is based on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out of the box. However, the OnePlus is already a part of Android P Beta program and thus, users can also try out the upcoming Android P.

Xiaomi Mi Bunny Smartwatch 3 (4G version) with AMOLED display, Gorilla Glass 3 launched

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 23, 2018

Xiaomi has launched an upgraded version of the Mi Bunny Children Phone watch 2c. The new model is dubbed Mi Bunny Children Watch 3 and this is the 4G version. We couldn’t trace any record of a non-4G version released in the past so, it is possible that a version without LTE would drop later on. This new version comes with a price tag of 599 yuan (~$88).

In terms of the design, the smartwatch features a 1.41-inch retina-class HD AMOLED display with a resolution of 320 x 360 pixels. The screen is further protected from scratch by a 2.5D curved glass There is also a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 3 on the screen. Further, the Mi Bunny Watch 3 (4G) supports IPX7 waterproofing while the strap is made from food contact-grade material which is also comfortable to wear as it is not sensitive to the skin.

In addition, the Mi Bunny phone watch 3 has full support for dual 4G network such that even when a call is being taken, a voice message will be delivered. It also packs a 2MP HD camera with a 30-degree shooting angle that perfectly matches the child’s shooting angle. The camera has the ability to identify plants in order to aid in the child’s learning process. It can be paired with a dedicated app which can be used to locate the child’s exact position. This feature is made possible as a result of the features like GPS, Beidou, Wi-Fi, gravity sensor, camera assist, EPO, HotStill, AGPS etc. Parents can also set a safety net on the app whereby the parents will be notified when the child heads out of the zone. This prevents loss of the device and reduces danger to the child.

It will be available in Blue and Pink colours just like its predecessor. The smartwatch will go on sale at 10 AM on June 24 via Mi Mall, Tmall, Jingdong and Suning.

Samsung sold 2 million units of Galaxy J8 and Galaxy J6 smartphones in India

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Jeet

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Jul 23, 2018

A couple of months ago, Samsung launched two new smartphones in the Indian market — Galaxy J8 and Galaxy J6. Now, the company has revealed that it has managed to sell 2 million units of both the smartphones combined.

The South Korea-based company said that it attracted more than 50,000 customers a day for its recently launched budget devices. The Samsung Galaxy J6 was launched in May while the Galaxy J8 went on sale last month.

Commenting on this, Asim Warsi, Senior Vice President, Samsung India, said:

We are happy with the huge success of Galaxy J8 and Galaxy J6 smartphones. Our philosophy of keeping our ears to the ground and incorporating consumer feedback into our products has paid off. Galaxy J, known for unique ‘Make for India’ innovations, has a stellar legacy, accounting for one in three smartphones sold in the country. We are confident that the new devices will help us further increase our market share in the country.

The Samsung Galaxy J8 is currently available for purchase at Rs 18,990 (approximately $275) while Galaxy J6 costs Rs. 13,990 (approximately $203) for the 32GB ROM model and the 64GB ROM model is available at Rs. 15,990, which roughly converts to $232.

In the second quarter of 2018, the company shipped 9.9 million smartphones in India, registering almost 50 percent annual growth rate – its best since the fourth quarter of 2015, according to the market research firm Canalys.

The Samsung Galaxy J6 features a 5.6-inch HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity Display and is powered by the company’s own Exynos 7870 octa-core14nm chipset, coupled with Mali T830 GPU. It packs 3GB/4GB RAM with 32GB/64GB ROM, along with microSD card slot for expanding storage.

There’s a 13-megapixel rear camera and an 8-megapixel front camera, both having LED flash. Connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2 LE, and GPS. Running on Android 8.0 Oreo operating system out of the box and is powered by a 3,000mAh battery.

On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy J8 sports a 6-inch HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity Display and is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 octa-core processor clocked at 1.8GHz, along with Adreno 506 GPU and 4GB RAM.

It packs 16GB of internal storage and has a microSD card slot for storage expansion. On the back side, there’s a 16MP primary camera and a secondary camera sensor of 5MP. On the front side, there’s a 16MP snapper for video calling and taking selfies. It runs on Android Oreo and is powered by a 3,500mAh battery.

Samsung patents phone with a “fold-back” display and a single camera

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 23, 2018

A strong patent portfolio is an integral part of a business and in the mobile industry, Samsung is one of the manufacturers with the most patents. A new patent filed by the Korean giant has surfaced online and it shows a phone with a display that stretches and folds to the back.

The patent was filed at the WIPO in March before it was published earlier this month. According to the patent description, the phone has a flexible display that stretches to the top and then folds back to cover the upper part of the phone’s rear. This design gives the phone a tri-bezel-less appearance as well as a dual-display look. It also has just a single camera and it is at the back.

Images in the patent show that the “rear display” can act as a viewfinder when taking selfies. If you want to take a regular picture, the front part acts as the viewfinder but the rear also shows the focus object in the viewfinder. In a separate picture, we see the rear display show something else when using the front as the viewfinder, in this case, a bird which we believe is to hold the attention of the child whose photo is taken.

While there doesn’t seem to be a dedicated shutter button for taking a selfie using the rear display, the user can simply tap on the main screen. Another option we think can be adopted and which is already in use now is to set the volume control as a shutter button.

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Meitu T9 to launch in Taiwan, will cost NT$20,900 ($685)

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 23, 2018

Meitu, the selfie-centric smartphone maker has announced that its latest phone, the Meitu T9 will be available in Taiwan. A poster has surfaced online and it reveals more details.

Meitu will have a launch event in Taipei on Thursday, July 26. The phone will then be available for pre-order starting the same day until July 29. The selling price for the phone is given as NT$20,900 (|$685).

For the above price, you will get a phone with a 6.01-inch Samsung AMOLED 18:9 display. It will have a Snapdragon 660 processor, 6GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. The phone is also available in a 4GB RAM + 64GB configuration but we don’t know if that model will be sold in Taiwan.

The selling point of the phone is its cameras. There are dual cameras on both sides. The primary sensors on the front and rear are Sony IMX363 12MP sensors and both have OIS and PDAF. They are paired with 5MP sensors for capturing depth of field details.

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Samsung’s foldable smartphone might not be called “Galaxy X”

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 23, 2018

There has been a lot of speculation on the much-anticipated Samsung foldable phone which is supposed to be released in January at CES 2019. Before now, rumor has it that the device would be named “Galaxy X” as most top-notch devices use the letter X letter. However, this may not be the case with this Samsung device, as a recent tweet by a Twitter tipster who is an insider indicates that the device wouldn’t be named Galaxy X. The tipster didn’t share the name the smartphone would be called, so, at this point in time, it is unclear the name the South Korean company would choose for the smartphone. It is now speculated that the Galaxy X branding might be used on the Samsung gaming smartphone lineup, which Samsung is already working on.

If this is the first time you bumping into the device, Samsung’s new foldable smartphone would adopt a display that can be folded vertically and this is unlike the early prototypes. The device would be just like a normal smartphone and operated normally if laid out flat but if folded, the top and bottom portions of the panel can be operated separately. However, a second hidden display would pop up if the device is completely folded which would allow the users to glance at notifications, weather forecast, and some other information.

BTW,foldable smartphone isn't named Galaxy X. https://t.co/kb7TEDlrdL

— 萌萌的电教 (@MMDDJ_) July 23, 2018

The first production of the device is said to be limited by Samsung to around 300,000 and 500,000 units depending on the demand on the product. The pricing of the smartphone could have a high starting price of $2,000 but if the demand on the product is high just like the original Galaxy Note Edge, the brand might significantly increase and improve the next generation of the foldable smartphone.

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