Xiaomi Launches The Dr Bei Sonic Electric Toothbrush Priced At 99 yuan (~$15)

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Jun 8, 2018

Xiaomi has launched a new Dr Bei toothbrush under the crowdfunding platform. The new Dr Bei toothbrush is a electric model unlike the initial mechanical toothbrush that has been in the market for a while now. Dr Bei mechanical toothbrush is actually one cheap and hot-selling product, even outside China.

The new Dr Bei electric toothbrush uses the Sonic technology that is also utilized by the Soocas electric toothbrush. It comes with a tiny brush head that would ensure the toothbrush can access all parts of the oral cavity. The new electric toothbrush also comes with an IPX7-level waterproof build. It is powered by a 700mAh rechargeable battery. The battery takes about 4hours to become fully charged and it uses a 5V-1A charger. The wireless charging base doubles as a kickstand which can hold the toothbrush in an upright position. A full battery charge can last up to 21 days if it is used once daily.

Internally, the Dr Bei Sonic toothbrush packs a magnetic levitation motor that has a high frequency vibration of 31000 beats/minute. Its bristles amplitude exceeds 5.5mm and it can effectively clean the surface of the teeth and the blind area of the mouth. The vibration also has the power to disintegrate plaque. In addition, the motor uses a gradual start-up method to effectively prevent toothpaste from splashing.

On the outside, the toothbrush head adopts a mountain-type structure and a sandwich-type bristle arrangement, which can quickly penetrate into the gingival sulcus. The bristles can be assigned three types of sharpened fur produced by Toray to ease the bleeding of gums in the morning. The entire toothbrush with the bristle head attached weighs only 90g. The handle has a diameter of 25mm and so, is compact and easy to hold. In terms of functions, it supports both strong and weak vibration modes, known as Standard mode and Soft mode. Both modes can be selected using the button on the stem.

The toothbrush is presently on crowdfunding on the Xiaomi Youpin website for 99 yuan (~$15). The package iinclude a carry case, two toothbrush heads, a wireless charging base and the brush handle. There’s also a manual but expect that to be in Chinese. The product is expected to start shipping on July 20 in China.There are hardly plans to launch these type of products outside China but in no distant time online retailers like Gearbest, Banggood, Geekbuying and others will have it in stock.

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Giveaway – Win a Vkworld VK7000 Waterproof Rugged Phone

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Jun 8, 2018

Gizmochina along with Vkworld Official is conducting 1 unit Vkworld VK7000 rugged phone 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.

Vkworld VK7000 is a IP68 waterproof smartphone, features 5.2 inch incell screen and the resolution of 720×1280, MTK6750T Octa-Core, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, run with android Oreo.The battery is 5600mAh which has super endurance,and it supports 5V/2A fast charge and wilress charge. Meanwhile VK7000 support Face ID and fingerprint scanner.

The Vkworld VK7000 phone is on sale at AliExpress in Jun 8 to 11, $30 off only in this shop.

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Check Out The Honor 9i Pictures & Fairytale Camera Samples

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 7, 2018

Huawei recently revealed that it invested heavily in its R&D division and the results have been streaming in. Huawei’s elite brand recently announced the Honor 9i. The device is a mid-range model alongside the Honor Play as well as a new GPU Turbo technology.

The Honor 9i is an affordable smartphone but still present with a premium design. on the display front, the device comes with a full-screen notch design. We have gradually seen a shift from the 5-inch display to 6 inches display sizes. The Honor 9i sports a 5.84-inch IPS LCD display with an FHD+ resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels. The device features a metal frame wrapped with a 2.5D glass panel at the front and rear. The back glass panel has a 12 -layer nan0-coating which gives it a dazzling mirror-like effect.

The 9i packs a dual camera setup at the rear arranged horizontally at the top left corner. The rear-mounted fingerprint sensor is located in the middle. The device will be available in Black, Blue, Jade Green and Dream Purple.

As far as the specs go, the Honor 9i packs a Hisilicon Kirin 659 SoC inside it. The processor is paired with a 4GB RAM while there is a 64 GB and 128 GB internal storage variants.

One aspect where the Honor 9i seems to perform impressively is the camera aspect. The camera samples captured by the rear cameras come out with vivid clarity. The front camera is a 16-megapixel photosensitive enhanced lens with a pixel size of 2.0μm. The front-facing camera can capture better selfie shots in dim light conditions. Other features of the front camera include beauty mode and AR function. The selfie snapper can also double up as face unlock feature.

The rear camera is a 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel combo with a dual-tone LED flash, PDAF, fast autofocus, scene detection and multi-frame image processing. The camera samples show the capability of the camera to detect different scenes and adjust appropriately to ensure the output is crisp clear.

Other aspects of the Honor 9i include a 3000mAh battery, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, GPS and 3.5mm audio jack. The device is preloaded with EMUI 8.0 based on Android 8.1 Oreo. The device is priced at 1,399 Yuan (~$218) for the 64GB variant and 1,699 Yuan (~$265) for the 128GB variant. Find more pictures in the gallery below.

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First Live Photos Show The Pixel 3 XL Has A Notch And A Fairly Thick Bezel

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jun 7, 2018

If you have been waiting for live photos of Google’s next phones then today is your lucky day. However, only the Pixel 3 XL has surfaced and these photos are of a prototype.

The photos were posted online by XDA member meraz9000 and they are the first live images of the Pixel 3 XL. We already know the larger Pixel was going to come with a notch but we expected a more refined overall design. Sadly, that isn’t the case.

Google’s next flagship joins the notch train but also has a not-so-thin lower bezel. The notch isn’t wide and is home to a small slit for the earpiece and a camera and sensor. There is a larger slit at the bottom of the device which confirms it has stereo front-facing speakers.

On the rear, Google seems to be sticking to its two-tone finish. It will also be sticking to a single camera sensor. In a nutshell, the rear of the device isn’s very different from that of the Pixel 2 XL save for the position of the LED flash and laser focus module.

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BlackBerry KEY² Launches With More Powerful Specs, Dual Cameras & An Improved Design

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jun 7, 2018

TCL Mobile has taken the wraps off the BlackBerry KEY² in New York. The keyboard-toting flagship brings a number of new features.

We have talked about the design in previous leaks, so there is no need to bore you with that again. The bottom line is that the BlackBerry KEY² is a much better-looking phone than its predecessor.

BlackBerry KEY² Specs

The KEY² keeps the screen of the KEYone – a 4.5-inch LCD display with a 3:2 aspect ratio. It is powered by a Snapdragon 660 processor, with 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of storage

The BlackBerry KEY² is the first Blackberry phone to come with dual cameras but hopefully won’t be the last. There are two 12MP sensors – a standard lens and a telephoto lens. Owners will be able to take portrait photos and zoom in without losing details with the new cameras. An 8MP camera sits above the display. Google lens has also been added to the gallery app.

The keyboard has been redesigned. BlackBerry says the keys are now 20% larger than those of the KEYone. There is also a new key called the Speed Key.

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The Speed Key works sort of like the function key on a keyboard but helps to make app switching faster. Hold it down and press an already customized key and it switches straight to the app.

For example, you can hold the Speed KEY + W which opens Whatsapp or Speed + M which can open maps or messages depending on your preset choice or Speed Key + I which opens Instagram.

The Convenience Key is now on the right of the phone and comes with new features. It will open up apps depending on the mode the phone is such as Maps when in driving mode. Just like the KEYone, the BlackBerry KEY² has its fingerprint scanner buried in the space bar. The whole keyboard still works like a trackpad too.

Other features of the BlackBerry KEY² include a 3500mAh battery which BlackBerry claims should last for two days, a USB-C port, a 3.5mm audio jack, and NFC. It comes with Android 8.1 Oreo and BlackBerry’s DTEK security features. BlackBerry promises monthly security updates as well as at least one major OS update.

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New Live Photo Shows Rose Gold Variant Of The Redmi 6

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jun 7, 2018

Xiaomi will launch the Redmi 6 next week. The new phone will succeed the 6-month old Redmi 5. While that may seem early, that has been the least concern for fans of the brand, instead, the phone’s design (read notch) has not been well received.

A new live photo of the Redmi 6 has leaked online and it shows the phone in a new color variant which kind of looks better than the first leaked photo.

Unlike the first live photo (and TENAA images) we have seen of the Redmi 6 which shows the device with white front bezels, this new variant has black bezels. The notch is still visible but the dark bezels sort of makes it look better.

The notch is home to the earpiece, a camera, and sensors and is much smaller than that of the Mi 8 series. Though the lower bezel isn’t as thin. The back of the phone has a rose-gold finish with vertical dual cameras, a fingerprint scanner, and antenna lines at the top and bottom.

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Xiaomi Mi 8 & Mi 8SE To Get 1 Million Stock This June – Lei Jun

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 7, 2018

Xiaomi‘s latest flagship phone dubbed Mi 8 went on sale for the first time on June 5 and as expected, the device was sold out in a matter of minutes. The Mi 8SE which is a trimmed down variant powered by the new Snapdragon 710 will go on sale tomorrow and the device will likely get sold out rapidly than the Mi 8 because of its cheaper price. Fans shouldn’t get worried about when the device will meet with them. Xiaomi’s CEO Lei Jun has revealed that the company is preparing up to 1 million stock of both the Mi 8 and Mi 8SE this June.

Of course, these 1 million units are meant to cater for the China market as the models are yet to be launched in other markets. Xiaomi is yet to even disclose when the device will launch globally. However, it’s likely that some of these units will be available outside China via popular e-retailers like Gearbest, Banggood, and others.

As a reminder, the Mi 8 comes with a Snapdragon 845 chipset and a 6.21-inch AMOLED display with a notch at the display and 19:9 aspect ratio. The device also packs a dual camera setup at the rear as well as a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. Under the hood is a built-in 3400mAh (typ) battery with support for QC 4.0+ fast charging protocol but the charger it ships with is a standard 18W QC3.0 charger. The device also features a USB Type-C interface. The Mi 8SE is slightly different, packing a Snapdragon 710 premium mid-range chipset instead. The 8SE also comes with a few hardware variations but the design is similar to the Mi 8.

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360 N7 4GB RAM And 32GB Storage Variant Announced, Priced At 1,299 Yuan ($203)

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Jeet

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Jun 7, 2018

Last month, 360 Mobiles launched its new smartphone 360 N7, which packs some impressive features. Today, the company has announced a new variant of the smartphone, which comes with 4GB RAM and 32GB internal storage.

This new variant of 360 N6 with 4GB RAM + 32GB storage is priced at 1,299 Yuan, which roughly converts to $203. The standard model, which was launched last month, comes with 6GB RAM + 64GB storage for a price of 1,699 Yuan (approx. $266).

Apart from the memory options, rest of the specifications remains same. The phone features a 5.99-inch Full HD+ display with screen resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels and an 18:9 aspect ratio. There’s a 2.5D glass covering the display.

Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 660 processor — one of the most powerful mid-range chipset in the market, coupled with Adreno 512 GPU. As said, this new variant packs 4GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. It has a microSD card slot, enabling users to further expand the phone’s storage capacity up to 128GB.

The device comes with some additional features like Hybrid Engine 2.0, Game Accelerator 2.0, encryption and locking features. Coming to the camera department, the phone boasts a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 16-megapixel primary sensor with f/2.0 aperture and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. It comes with phase detection autofocus (PDAF) and an LED flash. On the front side, there’s an 8-megapixel snapper with face beauty optimizations.

The smartphone runs on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out of the box with the company’s own custom interface on top along with some software tweaks. The phone also has face unlock feature for added security. It is powered by a massive 5,030mAh battery that also has support for Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 3.0 technology (9V/2A fast charging).

According to the reports, the 360 N7 with 4GB RAM + 32GB storage will be available in Graphite Black color for a price of 1,299 Yuan (approx. $203). The smartphone is already available for purchase in China through online retailer JD.com.

Leaked Live Photos Show The Nubia Z18 In Action

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jun 7, 2018

Nubia has still not announced a launch date for the Nubia Z18 flagship. There is a high chance it will arrive this month since the Z17 launched in June last year. The Z18 will come with a new full-screen design and some live photos just leaked to show us what it looks like.

Just so you can see how significantly different the Z18 is from the Z17, we will include a picture of the latter.

Can you see those huge bezels on the Nubia Z17? That should have been left in 2016 but they made it to 2017. However, we are glad they have been left there. The Nubia Z18 isn’t Nubia’s first full-screen phone actually. Those huge bezels were trimmed down on the Nubia Z17s but the Z18 pushes it further by stretching the screen further up and including a notch.

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Nubia has decided not to join the bandwagon of the iPhone X notch-style. Instead, it has borrowed a leaf from the Essential PH-1. The bottom bezel is still a bit thick and can house a fingerprint scanner but ZTE has decided to keep it at the back. Nubia rounds off the design by keeping the side bezels as thin as possible.

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Xiaomi Redmi Y2 with Amazing AI Selfie Camera, Dual Cameras Unveiled for Rs. 9,999 (~$149)

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 7, 2018

Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Y2 smartphone in India to replace the Redmi Y1 phone that was launched in November last year. The handset is a rebranded Redmi S2 phone that was launched in China in the previous month. Compared to the last year’s Redmi Y1, the successor handset has come with numerous improvements like 18:9 display, improved processor, top quality selfie camera and dual rear cameras.

Xiaomi Redmi Y2 Specifications and Features

The Redmi Y2 wears a metallic body and it comes in colors like Elegant Gold, Rose Gold and Dark Grey. It features a 5.99-inch IPS LCD screen that produces FHD+ resolution. The 32 GB storage + 3 GB RAM and 64 GB storage + 4 GB RAM editions of the Xiaomi Redmi Y2 are powered by Snapdragon 625. The handset features a dedicated slot for adding a microSD card.

The bestselling feature of the Redmi Y2 is the soft-LED equipped with 16-megapixel camera that comes with AI capabilities. It has a large aperture f/2.0 and offers a field of view of 78 degrees.

It can shoot better photos in low light by merging four pixels into a single Super Pixel that has a size of 2micron. The resultant images have reduced noise and better clarity. The Auto HDR feature can automatically adjust the brightness while shooting photos. The Al Beautify 4.0 feature enhances 10 kinds of facial features like skin tone, eyes, nose and lips while capturing selfies. AI Portrait mode is an optimized feature that effectively blurs the background by focusing more on the subject.

The Redmi Y2 borrows the 12-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup from the Redmi Note 5 Pro. It is equipped with features like dual-tone LED flash, AI portrait shots, AI low-light photography and HDR.

For security, Xiaomi has included AI-based facial recognition through the camera as well as fingerprint scanner. The handset is preinstalled with Android 8.1 Oreo that is overlaid with a skin of MIUI 9.5. It includes the other usual connectivity features such as 4G VoLTE, dual-SIM support, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, microUSB 2.0 and 3.5mm audio jack. It also features an IR blaster.

Xiaomi Redmi Y2 Pricing, Availability and Launch Offers

Xiaomi is aiming the Y series of smartphones towards the youth in India. It has signed up popular Bollywood celebrity Katrina Kaif to endorse the phone in the country. The 32 GB edition of the selfie-centric Redmi Y2 is priced at Rs. 9,999 (~$149) whereas the 64 GB model carries a pricing of Rs. 12,999 (~$193). It sales will begin on Amazon India, Mi.com and Mi Home from June 12 starting at 12 PM.

ICICI credit and debit card users can take advantage of Rs. 500 discount on the first sale day of the Redmi Y2. Airtel is giving an instant cashback of Rs. 1,800 for Redmi Y2 buyers along with free 240 GB data. The handset will be reaching its customers along with a free ultra-thin case.

Sharp Aquos S3 High-End Version Brings SD660, More RAM & Wireless Charging

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jun 7, 2018

The Sharp Aquos S3 was announced in March in Taiwan. It launched with a redesigned notch and a larger display but the same processor as the Aquos S2. If the chipset put you off then, you may want to check out the new high-end version that comes with a more powerful processor and more features.

The high-end Aquos S3 swaps the Snapdragon 630 for the Snapdragon 660 processor. It also bumps the RAM to 6GB and storage to 128GB. While the battery capacity is the same as the base model, Sharp has added support for wireless charging (7.5W).

There are still dual cameras (12MP + 13MP) with support for 2x lossless zoom on the back of the phone. It also keeps the 16MP front camera. There is a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, Face Unlock, dual SIM support, and Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging.

It also has NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 and runs Android 8.0 with Sharp’s Smile UX on top. The high-end version is a bit heavier at 167.4g compared to the base model which weighs 165.4g.

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MIUI 10 Global Beta Roll Out Confirmed with Eligible List of Devices

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 7, 2018

MIUI 10 was launched in China on May 31 when Xiaomi had announced the Mi 8, Mi 8 Explorer Edition and Mi 8 SE smartphones. Today, at the unveil event of the Redmi Y2 in India, the company confirmed the rollout of global beta version of MIUI 10.

The MIUI 10 has been optimized to deliver faster performance and it brings along nature-friendly notification sounds. It includes support for gesture-based navigations for full screen smartphones that come with new aspect ratios.

It includes a redesigned Recents app and the deep learning algorithms allow even older phones with single rear camera such as Redmi Note 3 to shoot amazing bokeh shots. For India, MIUI 10 brings customized content through Mi Music, Mi Video and a revamped Mi browser.

Xiaomi has confirmed that the MIUI 10 beta rollout will begin for following smartphones (global devices) from the mid-June.

Mi series

Mi MIX 2, Mi 6, Mi 5s Plus, Mi 5s, Mi 5, Mi 4, Mi 3, Mi Note 2, Mi Max 2, Mi Max

Redmi Note series

Redmi Note 5 (India), Redmi Note 5 Pro, Redmi Note 5A, Redmi Note 5A Prime, Redmi Note 4, Redmi Note 4X, Redmi Note 4 (TW) and Redmi Note 3

Redmi series

Redmi 5, Redmi 5A, Redmi 4, Redmi 4A and Redmi 3S, Redmi Y2, Redmi Y1 Lite and Redmi Y1

Since Xiaomi is yet to launch the Mi 8 series in India, the company did not include these phones in the aforementioned list of eligible devices at the unveil event of Redmi Y2. However, it is very likely that the Mi 8 series will be also treated with MIUI 10 beta later this month. As far as the stable build is concerned, it was only confirmed that it will be made available in the near future.

Xiaomi Redmi 5 vs Lenovo K5 Note (2018): Who’s the Low-End Segment King?

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Michele Ingelido

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Jun 7, 2018

In 2018, you can get a relatively powerful device even if you are looking to spend less than 150 bucks! In my personal opinion, Xiaomi Redmi 5 and the new Lenovo K5 Note (2018) are among the best alternatives you can get in the price range just above $100. Today, we will compare Xiaomi Redmi 5 vs Lenovo K5 Note (2018) as the K5 Note has just been announced and it may cannibalize the sales of the Redmi 5 which is currently one of the best-selling devices under $150.

Xiaomi Redmi 5 vs Lenovo K5 Note (2018)

	Xiaomi Redmi 5	Lenovo K5 Note (2018)
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	151.8 x 72.8 x 7.7 mm, 157 g	158.3 x 76.7 x 8.5 mm, 176 g
DISPLAY	5.7 inches, 720 x 1440p (HD+), 18:9 ratio, IPS LCD	6.0 inches, 720 x 1440p (HD+), 18:9 ratio, IPS LCD
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 450, octa-core 1.8 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 450, octa-core 1.8 GHz
MEMORY	2 GB RAM, 16 GB – 3 GB RAM, 32 GB, micro SD slot	3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB, micro SD slot
SOFTWARE	Android 7.1.2 Nougat, MIUI 9	Android 8.0 Oreo, ZUI 3.9
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
CAMERA	12 MP f/2.2, 5 MP front camera	Dual 16 f/2.0 + 12 MP f/2.4 8 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	3300 mAh, fast charging 5V / 2A	3760 mAh
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Hybrid Dual SIM	Dual SIM slot

Design

Their designs are pretty good for $150. Both feature a full metal unibody design which is not the most original one, but grants a solid build quality and a sleek body. Xiaomi Redmi 5 is the more compact device, while the K5 Note is the one with a wider display which is more suitable for productivity. Aesthetically, the K5 Note reminds of the latest Honor mid-rangers due to its dual camera setup positioned near the top right corner, while Redmi 5 is a bit more original because of its design and the available color variants.

Display

Both the devices come with a tall 18:9 display, but as said above, Lenovo K5 Note has a bigger panel. The resolution is the same (HD+), so you will get a slightly higher detail on the Redmi 5 due to its higher pixel density. The HD+ resolution is not the max on a 6-inch display, but the wider panel makes it more comfortable to use with complex apps. We will not choose a winner on the display side, it is up to you to decide if you want a bigger but less detailed display or a smaller but more detailed one.

Hardware/Software

We got exactly the same SoC on these devices: the Snapdragon 450. It is an octa-core chipset for the low-end sector, but it is not the most entry-level Qualcomm’s chipset. Indeed, it is the best one from the 4xx series, so you will get a pretty decent performance if you choose one of these devices. Further, you can get up to 4 GB of RAM and up to 64 GB on the K5 Note (4/32 GB for the Redmi 5), that is a high-end memory configuration which is very good in multi-tasking. In my opinion, the MIUI found on the Redmi 5 is definitely a better user interface than the one of K5 Note. It has tons of additional features and stunning performance, so I would pick the Redmi 5 for the software. Note that K5 Note has a micro SD dedicated slot (you can use the dual SIM slot and the micro SD one at the same time).

Camera

Photos shot from the Xiaomi Redmi 5 did not surprise us too much and we believe that Lenovo K5 Note will be able to do better. Xiaomi Redmi 5 shoots detailed photos in good light conditions, but not impressive ones, and a lot of digital noise starts appearing with low light. Lenovo K5 Note has an interesting dual camera with a 16MP resolution capable of calculating depth for an excellent bokeh effect. We are yet to see the first camera samples, but it seems better on the paper.

Battery

The battery side is another victory for Lenovo K5 Note. It features a massive 3760 mAh unit. Paired with very efficient components such as the Snapdragon 450 SoC and the HD+ display, we believe it will provide a full day of battery life even with a stressed use. Xiaomi Redmi 5 still has a satisfying battery life, but it isn’t as good as its opponent.

Price

The best thing is that both Xiaomi Redmi 5 and Lenovo K5 Note are sold at the same and very affordable price tag. In their 3/32 GB variant, both start from 799 Yuan in China (roughly $124/€106). Xiaomi is always the king of quality-price ratio, but this time it has a very good competition. According to us, Lenovo K5 Note wins the comparison thanks to its bigger battery and potentially better camera department.

What’s your pick?

Xiaomi Redmi 5 vs Lenovo K5 Note (2018): PRO and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi 5

PRO

Compact size
Low price
Good hardware
Advanced software

CONS

Average camera

Lenovo K5 Note 2018

PRO

Big battery
Wide display
Nice hardware
Interesting cameras

CONS

Limited availability

Honor Launches Wired Earphones With Heart Rate Detection & Sports Armband

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jun 7, 2018

Apart from the Honor 9i, Honor Play and GPU Turbo Technology announced yesterday, Honor also announced a new pair of wired earphones and a sports armband.

Honor Earphones

The pair of wired earphones is the first from Honor to support heart rate measurement. Honor says the human ear is filled with capillaries and when compared with measuring via the wrist, they found out that readings from the ears were more accurate.

Honor has a custom app that users are required to download to monitor their heart rate. The new Honor earphones come in black and pearl white but only the latter is available at the moment. It is priced at ¥129 (~$20) and comes with extra earbuds and ear clips depending on the size of your ears.

Honor says the heart rate function works with a bunch of smartphones including the Huawei Mate 10, Mate 10 Pro, P20 and P20 Pro, Galaxy S7, Galaxy Note 8, Vivo X9, Vivo, Y66 etc.

You can grab a pair on Vmall.com or JD.com.

Honor Sports Armband

If you are the type that likes to take your phone along for a run or when going to the gym so as not to miss calls or even for the GPS function, Honor has a new sports armband for you.

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Moto Z3 Play Hands On Pictures Showcase the Sleek Glass Body & More

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 7, 2018

Motorola launched the Moto Z3 Play yesterday as the first model in the Z3 series. As expected, the Z3 Play comes with support for the existing Moto Mods. Motorola promised the Moto Mods will be supported by three generation of Z series models. The Z3 Play is the third-gen model and maybe the last that will support the existing Moto Mods.

The Moto Z3 Play comes with a flagship design, wearing a glass body wrapped around the aircraft-grade aluminium fuselage. The glass is the Corning Gorilla Glass 3 both at the front and rear and the device comes as a lightweight phone. This will ensure the Moto mods don’t end up making it too bulky. The device sports a 6-inch Super AMOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080p and the 18:9 aspect ratio. This gives the display up to 13% more screen area and more pixels than its predecessors. The trimmed bezels mean the fingerprint sensor has to find a new home and Motorola moved it to the right side, just beneath the volume rocker since it can’t be moved to the back because of the Moto Mods. The design looks quite ergonomic and is easy to access. Motorola also left the One Nav solution as a simple gesture-based bar at the bottom of the screen.

The Z3 Play also comes with a new dual camera setup which is a 12MP + 5M combo with the secondary sensor being a depth of field sensor. The camera comes with Google Lens support built in and fun Cinemagraphs. Up at the front, the device packs an 8MP sensor which has a dedicated Portrait mode.

The Motorola Moto Z3 Play gets its firepower from a Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor which is an upgrade from the SD 626 found on the Z2 Play. The processor ensures the new model is 30% faster than its predecessor. The phone also comes with Cat12 LTE support at 700mbps. The processor is paired with 4GB of RAM and there is a 32GB and 64GB internal storage which is expandable. Keeping the lights on is a 3000mAh battery. Motorola also threw in some new moto mods including an Alexa smart speaker and the Print Polaroid mod, which lets you print photos straight from your phone on the go. These new mods can be picked up separately but the device comes with a 2000mAh-capacity battery mod bundled with each purchase.

The device comes with a retail price of $499 which is quite pricey for an SD 636 phone but that could be as a result of the battery mod. Even if you are striking this out of your list because of the pricing, you may want to take a closer look at the device before doing that. Find more photos of the Moto Z3 Play courtesy of Geekspin from the gallery below.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Concept Renders Showcases Phone’s Design

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Jeet

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Jun 7, 2018

Samsung, which launched its flagship smartphones Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ earlier this year, is currently gearing up to launch another flagship smartphone in the coming months — Galaxy Note 9.

Now, concept renders and a 360-degree concept video of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 9 has surfaced online, which gives us a look at what the smartphone’s design could be like.

The images suggest that the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 won’t have a major difference in terms of design compared to its S-series siblings. The front side of the phone will be dominated by the Infinity Display, with thin bezels on the top and bottom.

The volume rocker, as well as the power button, has been placed on the left side, similar to its predecessor. Towards the right, there’s the dedicated Bixby button. The company has also decided to retain the 3.5mm headphone jack, which sits beside the USB Type-C port on the bottom.

On the back, one of the major change is the placement of the fingerprint scanner. According to these renders, the fingerprint sensor has now been moved below the camera module, which should make it more convenient to use.

The presence of fingerprint sensor on the back panel means that the phone won’t have an under-display fingerprint sensor, as reported earlier. The phone is said to be thicker at 8.8mm compared to the 8.6mm waistline of its predecessor.

According to the reports, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 will come with a 6.3-inch display having QHD+ screen resolution and 18.5:9 aspect ratio. The smartphone will be powered by the latest and Samsung Exynos 9810 or upgraded Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC, depending on the region.

Earlier reports have indicated that the phone will pack 6GB of RAM and up to 256GB storage option. The flagship is also expected to come with an upgraded camera system, though we believe that the phone will continue to offer the same dual-aperture primary camera, similar to the Samsung Galaxy S9+.

In the software department, the device is expected to come with a redesigned interface from Samsung, which is dubbed as Crown UX and will be based on Android Oreo operating system out of the box. Further, the phone is also expected to come powered by a larger battery rated at 3,850mAh.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Price Slashed by 200 Yuan (~$30) in China; New Flame Red Edition Like to Arrive Soon

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 7, 2018

In March, Xiaomi had launched the Redmi Note 5 in three models in China. The 32 GB storage + 3 GB RAM, 64 GB storage + 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage + 6 GB RAM were respectively made available for 1,099 Yuan (~$171), 1,399 Yuan (~$218) and 1,699 Yuan (~$263). Except for the highest configuration model, Xiaomi has slashed the pricing of other two models.

As the following posters reveal, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 model featuring 32 GB storage + 3 GB RAM is now available with a discount of 100 Yuan. The new pricing of this model is (~$15). The 64 GB storage + 4 GB RAM edition of the Note 5 has a bigger price cut of 200 Yuan (~$30). It is now available for 1,199 Yuan (~$187).

The Redmi Note 5 has a 5.99-inch IPS LCD display that supports FHD+ resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels. The Snapdragon 636 chipset powers the smartphone along with 4,000mAh battery. For photography, it features 12-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup and an LED equipped front-facing camera of 13-megapixel. The handset is preinstalled with Android 8.1 Oreo that is overlaid with the latest edition of MIUI 9.

In related news, a tipster from India has claimed that the China will be getting the Redmi Note 5 in a new color variant of Flame Red. The handset is currently available in color choices like Black, Gold, Rose Gold and Lake Blue in the home country. The same leakster has predicted that the Redmi 6 launch event on June 12 will also bring along other phones like Redmi 6A and Redmi 6 Pro.

Buy Elephone S7 Smartphone At A Discounted Price Of Just $106 On AliExpress

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Vinay Patel

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Jun 7, 2018

The Elephone S7 continues to sweep smartphone lovers off their feet even 3 years after hitting the store shelves. The S7 comes equipped with a broad range of exceptional specs and features that make it an irresistible smartphone.

Just like any other power-packed smartphone that’s crammed with an array of awe-inspiring features, the Elephone S7 will set you back a pretty penny. Keeping in line with that, you’d normally have to shell out $179.99 to get your hands on the S7 smartphone on AliExpress.

Much to the delight of cost-conscious buyers, the Zhejiang-based online retail service is offering a 5% off on the original asking price of the Elephone S7 smartphone. In other words, the coveted phone can now be yours if you’re willing to spend just $170.99 on AliExpress.

But if you’re on a tight budget and aren’t prepared to spend a fortune on a smartphone, we got good news for you. AliExpress is prepping to bring the discounted price tag even further down to only $106.

The price drop will be effective shortly. If you’re interested in taking advantage of the additional discount, you can head straight to this link.

The Elephone S7 is quite a bargain at just $106, given that it sports a big 5.5 inches FHD IPS LCD display with a screen resolution of 1920×1080 pixels.

The S7 packs a powerful Helio X25 Deca Core 2.0GHz processor along with an equally robust Mali T880 GPU, under the hood. It offers 4GB of RAM and a hearty 64GB of onboard storage.

The dual-SIM smartphone houses a 13MP camera with AF and flashlight on the back. Up front, it sports 5MP camera for selfies and face-to-face video calling.

The S7 runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow but can be upgraded to Android 7.1.1 Nougat operating system. Furthermore, the phone draws its juices from a 3000mAh non-removable Li-Polymer battery.

Note that the discount will be valid on the black and blue color versions of the Elephone S7 smartphone. It is also worth noting that 5% discount offered by AliExpress will come to an end in 2 days.

Get 5% Off On Elephone S7 Smartphone On AliExpress

Sony Xperia XZ3 Full Specifications Leaked; Will Borrow Dual Cameras from Xperia XZ2 Premium

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 7, 2018

Sony had launched the Xperia XZ2 smartphone fueled by the Snapdragon 845 chipset at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2018 event in February. A fresh leak has revealed the entire specifications of the upcoming Xperia XZ3 smartphone. The leak reveals that the Xperia XZ3 will be not only be driven by Snapdragon 845 chipset, but also it will be featuring the advanced dual camera setup that is available on the Xperia XZ2 Premium. It is speculated that this phone may get unveiled at the IFA 2018 tech trade show in Berlin, Germany in September this year.

The specs sheet of the Xperia XZ3 reveals that it will be measuring 153 x 72 x 10.1mm and weighing 183 grams. Compared to the Xperia XZ2, the XZ3 seems to be 1mm thinner and lighter by 15 grams. It will be sporting an IP68 certified chassis like the other premium Xperia phones from Sony. The handset is equipped with a 5.7-inch screen that will carry support for Full HD+ resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels. Hence, the XZ3 will also sport an 18:9 aspect ratio display like its predecessor.

The Snapdragon 845 chipset and 6 GB of RAM will be driving the Xperia XZ3 smartphone. It will be arriving in 64 GB and 128 GB storage sizes. It includes a microSD card slot. The handset is fueled by 3,240mAh battery that will be enabled with support for Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging. The battery is slightly larger than 3,180mAh battery found in Xperia XZ2.

The Xperia XZ2 has a single camera of 19-mgeapixel with f/2.0 aperture. However, the Xperia XZ3 is blessed with dual rear cameras that includes the same 19-megapixel primary sensor that is coupled with a 12-megapixel secondary sensor with f/1.6 aperture. Actually, it is the very same dual camera setup that is available on the Xperia XZ2 Premium. Also, the leaked specs sheet reveals that the Xperia XZ3 will be also borrowing f/2.0 aperture 13-megapixel front-facing camera from the XZ2 Premium. Lastly, it will come loaded with Android 8.1 Oreo.

What do you think about the specs of the Sony Xperia XZ3? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

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OPPO Find X Fresh Teaser Suggests Arrival of 5x Optical Zoom Periscope Dual Camera or 3D Facial Recognition

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 7, 2018

OPPO will be debuting the Find X phone on June 19. Until then, the company will continue to release teasers on the features of the smartphone. A fresh teaser that the Chinese manufacturer has added on its Weibo account reveals the Find X will be either equipped with a periscope camera that offers 5x optical zoom or it may feature the advanced 3D structured light module for 3D facial scanning.

The Weibo post that accompanies the following poster reads “Galileo looked at the sky, and the vast universe was unlocked” and the text on the image reads similar thing, “Focus on the sky and the universe to unlock it.” Also, the poster shows a man viewing the sky by using a telescope.

At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2017, Oppo had showcased how it could achieve 5x optical zoom by using a dual camera setup that includes a OIS enabled telephoto lens and a wide-angle lens. The setup also features a prism for diverting light through a periscope. The refraction of light lets the camera to zoom up to 5 times on far away objects without using large-sized lenses. Apart from the hardware, the software also plays a vital role in stitching the image data captured by both the sensors.

The main function of a telescope is to zoom into the sky for getting a clear view of the planets and other heavenly bodies. It appears that the new teaser of the Find X shows a man using a telescope suggests that the smartphone could be arriving with a 5x optical zoom enabled dual camera setup.

The other thing that can be deduced from the teaser image is the arrival of 3D facial recognition feature on Oppo Find X. The word “unlock” in the Weibo post hints that the Find X may offer an innovative way to unlock the phone.

The Chinese manufacturer had showcased its 3D structured light technology through a press event in the previous month. Hence, it is speculated that the new teaser could be suggesting 3D facial unlock feature. Interestingly, one of the recent leaks have claimed that the Oppo Find X supports 5x optical zoom and 3D facial scanning.

It is not clear whether the Oppo Find X will have 5x optical zoom enabled dual cameras or 3D facial recognition or both. Hence, it is advisable to wait for the company to release more teasers on the phone. The smartphone will be unleashed at The Louvre in Paris, France on June 19.

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