Buy Mecool M8S PRO L 4K TV Box For Only $81.99 On GearBest; Different Sizes Available

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Apr 17, 2018

If you’re looking for a TV box that can deliver uninterrupted experience while watching videos or playing games, look no further. The M8S PRO L 4K TV box packs a powerful Amlogic S912 Octa-core ARM Cortex-A53 CPU, coupled with a big memory capacity that delivers a richer end-user experience.

But if you’re on a tight budget or in no mood to shell out a fortune on a TV box, we have good news for you. GearBest is currently offering the Mecool M8S PRO L TV box at a discounted price of just $81.99.

This is a noteworthy 8% reduction in the device’s retail price. At slightly less than $82, the Mecool M8S PRO L is an irresistible 4K TV box, which offers 3GB of RAM and a hearty 32GB of onboard storage.

For those unaware, 4K resolution is a whopping 4 times more than regular full HD. In other words, every detail of the screen delivers clarity, enabling you to feel the best HD video.

The device’s high-speed and well-balanced configuration runs on Android 7.1 Nougat operating system. On top of that, it offers a seamless speed experience with dual-band Wi-Fi.

The Mecool M8S PRO L TV box is crammed with a slew of other awe-inspiring features such as Bluetooth 4.1 connectivity, effortless pairing with Bluetooth-enabled devices, the ability to share your video on your TV (Miracast / DLNA / Airplay), and as if that weren’t enough, it can be controlled by a 2 x AAA battery-powered remote control.

If you’re interested in taking advantage of the discount, you can head straight to this link before the promotion ends. GearBest is offering discounts on a slew of other sizes of the Mecool M8S PRO L TV box as well.

Check Out The $0.99 Deals On GearBest; Get Under $1 After Coupon For Your First Order

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Vinay Patel

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Apr 17, 2018

GearBest is offering its new customers an opportunity to buy multiple items under $1. As part of it’s recently kicked off ‘Under $1 After Coupon’ promotion, the site is allowing you to save a considerable amount of money on your first GearBest order.

In a bid to simplify the search process, GearBest has split the promotion into multiple categories. Here’s a brief glimpse of what each category has to offer.

@$0.99 3C Deals Coupon: NY201

The site is rolling out considerable discounts on select items featured in this section. For example, the adjustable 4-14 inch phone and tablet pad stand holder bracket would normally set you back $4.57 on GearBest, but you can now get a 13% off the device’s retail price.

As a result, you can buy this high-quality portable universal tablet stand holder for only $3.99. The discount is valid for the remaining 167, white-tinted pieces for 1 day.

@$0.99 Gadget Coupon: NY2018

This category is crammed with items that come in handy in day to day life. Lining with this, you can buy DIHE 5meters baking aluminum foil at a discounted price of $1.87.

This is a noteworthy 32% drop in the item’s original asking price of $2.77. On top of that, you can use coupon code ‘NY2018’ at the time of checking out to bring your subtotal down to just $0.99.

Note that, the discount will only be valid for a limited period of time. Moreover, the above-mentioned coupon code is also likely to expire soon.

Hot Deals

This section features a slew of useful items that you can buy without emptying your pocket. For instance, you can purchase the Aqara Temperature humidity sensor and get 21% discount on its retail price of $15.87.

Thanks to the GearBest discount, you can now buy the Aqara-branded temperature humidity sensor for only $12.51. Likewise, the site is offering a generous 41% off on SKMEI 1155 Men LED Digital Quartz Watch, which normally bears a price tag of $15.18.
You can now get your hands on the golden color version of the SKMEI 1155 watch at a slashed price of $8.99 on GearBest. The Flash Sale price will be valid for the remaining 376 pieces for 12 days.

You can choose from black, blue and red color versions. If you’re interested in checking out more $0.99 deals, head straight to this link before the promotion comes to an end.

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ASUS Will Join The Gaming Phones Club!

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Michele Ingelido

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Apr 17, 2018

After Razer, Xiaomi and Nubia, even ASUS will reportedly release its first smartphone dedicated to gaming. This company has built its name in the gaming sector thanks to its popular gaming PCs, laptops, and peripherals. Hence, its not surprising that we are hearing about an ASUS Gaming smartphone.

In an interview with a Philippine publication known as Astig.ph, the company‘s CEO Jerry Shen revealed that “it can be expected that the company will release a phone designed for gaming”. At the moment, we do not have any info about a possible launch date and the pricing of the upcoming ASUS gaming phone. It is likely that the handset will be launched under the ROG (Republic of Gamers) name, which is the brand under which ASUS releases products dedicated to gaming.

Obviously, we expect the gaming phone to be a flagship as video games are the most resource-demanding apps on a smartphone. ASUS announced its latest flagship at MWC 2018: the Zenfone 5z. It boasts a wide 6.2-inch display and a notched iPhone X-like design. Under the hood, it sports an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset and up to 6 GB of RAM.

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Buy Asus Zenfone 5 ZE620KL 4G Phablet For Only $449.99 On GearBest; Promotion To End Soon

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Vinay Patel

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Apr 17, 2018

The Zenfone 5 ZE620KL garnered considerable popularity among tech buffs after Asus made it available to the public in March this year. But that’s hardly surprising given that the 4G phablet boasts a broad range of awe-inspiring specs and features.

On the downside, the Zenfone 5 ZE620KL did not grab the attention of budget-conscious buyers who weren’t willing to shell out a fortune on a phablet. But that’s about to change.

GearBest is offering a considerable 7% off on the Zenfone 5 ZE620KL phablet’s retail price. While it normally sells for $479.99 on the site, you can now get your hands on well-received phablet for only $449.99 thanks to the aforesaid discount.

The Flash Sale price will be valid for both black and silver color version of the Zenfone 5 ZE620KL smartphone. Note that only 116 pieces of the black and 146 pieces of the silver color versions were remaining for the Flash Sale price.

The Asus Zenfone 5 ZE620KL is an irresistible 4G phablet, given that it sports a mammoth 6.2 inches FHD+ 2.5D curved glass display with a screen resolution of 2246 x 1080 pixels. Moreover, the device is housed in a robust aluminum alloy body.

The Asus-branded phablet packs a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 64-bit processor along with a Qualcomm Adreno 509 GPU, under the hood. At just under $450, you get 4GB of RAM and 64GB ROM, which can be expanded up to 2TB.

On the photography front, it features a 12MP + 8MP dual camera setup with dual-LED and AF on the back. For the selfie addicts, the Zenfone 5 ZE620KL sports a big 20.2MP shooter in the front.

The dual-SIM phablet draws its juices from a built-in 3,300 mAh Lithium-Polymer battery. Moreover, it runs on Zen UI 5.0-based Android 8.0 Oreo operating system.

You can follow this link in order to check out the full specification and avail the GearBest Exclusive Debut deal before it comes to an end on April 23.

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Xiaomi Mi 6X’s High Resolution Photos Released; Reveals 5 Color Variants

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 17, 2018

Last year, the Xiaomi Mi 5X was made available in China in four colors like Black, Gold, Rose Gold and Red. The company has already confirmed that it will be debuting its successor phone – the Xiaomi Mi 6X through a launch event on April 25. A new Weibo post has been released by Xiaomi that contains high-resolution photos of the 5 color variants of the Xiaomi Mi 6X.

As it can be seen in the below images, the Xiaomi Mi 6X will be available in colors like Cherry Powder, Red Flame, Sand Gold, Glacier Blue and Black Stone. By looking at the phone, it can be guessed that it features a metal unibody design. The antenna bands can be seen at the top and bottom edges of the back panel of the Mi 6X. The rear panel has a vertical dual camera setup and a fingerprint reader while the front features a full screen design.

Recent reports have revealed that the Xiaomi Mi 6X will be featuring a 5.99-inch display that will carry support for Full HD+ resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels. It is speculated to be powered by an underclocked Snapdragon 660 chipset that may deliver a processing speed of 2.0 GHz. It will come preloaded with Android 8.1 Oreo and it could feature a 2,910mAh battery.

It is speculated to arrive in the market in variants like 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. For photography, it may feature 12-megapixel Sony IMX486 + 20-megapixel Sony IMX376 dual camera setup and a front-facing Sony IMX376 20-megapixel camera. The Mi 6X is expected to launch in China with a starting price of 1,499 Yuan (~$238).

The Xiaomi Mi 6X is speculated to launch as Xiaomi Mi A2 outside of China. The Xiaomi Mi A2 moniker was spotted in the source code of the Indian version of the Xiaomi’s official site which indicates that its arrival could be drawing near.

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Huawei P20 & P20 Pro First Sale Generates ¥100 Million ($15 million) in 10 seconds

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 17, 2018

Huawei did set a target of 20 million units in sales for its latest flagships – the P20 and P20 Pro. The company has headed off to a good start as the sales of both models reportedly generated $15 million in just 10seconds during its first sales. The P20 and P20 Pro went on sale in China last Thursday and as usual, it was sold via a flash sale.

We don’t know the number of units available during the flash sale but for the products to be able to generate up to 100 Million Yuan in sales, the available stock must have been huge. This impressive revenue from the sales of both models gives us an idea of how the models would fare when they eventually become available in other markets. In particular, the P20 Pro is expected to command the larger share of interests as a result of its design and unique triple camera setup.

The Huawei P20 starts at 3700 Yuan while the P20 Pro starts at 4000 yuan. Both models are presently available globally at Huawei authorized retailers and select mobile carriers.

ASUS Zenfone 5 Unboxing/ Hands On: So Much Quality For a Notch-y Midranger

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 16, 2018

Since after its first debut at the Mobile World Congress, ASUS officially launched the ZenFone 5 for its home fans in Taiwan on April 12. The smartphone was also unveiled in China this week. ASUS ZenFone 5 is no doubt a well-designed smartphone and its sleek design are likely responsible for the huge popularity the device enjoys since it was announced.Here’s are some hands-on/ unboxing pictures which bring to the fore, the Zenfone 5’s design captured from all angles.

As a reminder, the ZenFone 5 has a double-sided glass design. Both are 2.5D curved Corning Gorilla Glass with a metal frame in between them. The Zenfone has a notch display design similar to the iPhone X but the Zenfone’s notch is smaller. The device features a 6.2-inch Super IPS LCD FHD+ display with an aspect ratio of 19:9 and a resolution of 2246 x 1080 pixels. The screen has up to 90% screen-to-body ratio.

The Zenfone 5 is coming as one of the first models to be powered by the new Snapdragon 636 chipset that powers the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 (Chinese edition) and Meizu E3. It has an internal storage of 64 GB and comes with support for additional storage through microSD card. It is expected to arrive in Taiwan in 4 GB and 6 GB RAM options. It runs on the latest Android 8.0 that is customized with the newest Zen UI. A 3,000mAh battery enabled with Quick Charge 3.0 powers the smartphone.

On the camera aspect, the ASUS Zenfone 5 features a dual camera module on its back panel. The main camera is a 12MP Sony IMX363 lens, coupled with a secondary wide-angle lens that offers a field of view of 120 degrees. The primary lens with f/1.8 aperture offers features like pixel size of 1.4micron, 4-axis OIS, dual-pixel autofocus and 83-degree field of view. It has a f/2.0 aperture selfie camera of 8-megapixel.

Other features of the smartphone include a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, Face unlock, dual 5-magnet speakers assisted by dual NXP smart amplifiers, PMIC internal dual amplifier, three microphones, dual-SIM, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS, USB-C, 3.5mm audio jack. The Zenfone 5 comes with a price tag hovering around NT$11,990 ( around 2,600 Yuan, $413) and is presently on sale in Taiwan and China and even online via GearBest. Meanwhile, check out a photo gallery of the Zenfone 5 from below.

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Leak: Specs, Pictures, Price and Launch Date of OPPO A3

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Habeeb Onawole

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Apr 16, 2018

OPPO has been on a roll since the launch of the OPPO R15 duo. Other than the flagships, it has released three new phones and there is more to come. A new leak has revealed all there is to know about a new phone called the OPPO A3 which is scheduled to launch next month.

From the specs, the OPPO A3 belongs to the mid-range category. It has a 6.2-inch display with a 2280 x 1080 resolution. There is 4GB of RAM on board and it is paired with 128GB of built-in storage.

A MediaTek MTK6771 processor clocked at 2.0GHz is the chipset of choice. This is the Helio P60 for those who do not know. The OPPO A3 also has a 16MP rear camera and an 8MP front-facing camera.

There is a 3,300mAh battery for juice and Android 8.1 Oreo pre-installed. The A3 measures 156 x 75.3 x 7.8 mm and weighs 159g. The leak also reveals that it will launch on May 1 for ¥1999 (~$318).

The photo of the OPPO A3 provided is of a black unit. It has a polygon design on the rear just like the OPPO F7 Diamond Black Special Edition. They actually look alike save for the lack of a fingerprint scanner on the OPPO A3.

The front is home to a full-screen display with a notch at the top. There is a charging port and 3.5mm audio jack at the bottom, sim tray and power button on the right, volume rocker on the left, and a secondary microphone at the top.

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Huawei Share In New EMUI 8.1 Supports Sharing Files Across Multiple Platforms

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 16, 2018

Huawei‘s Vice-president of its mobile phone product line, Bruce Lee has revealed a hidden feature which the latest EMUI 8.0 brings with it. EMUiI8 was released a couple of months back and has been updated to EMUI 8.1, announced with the Huawei P20. As a matter of fact, the P20 will be the first model to run EMUI 8.1. The new update seems to have added this new feature called Huawei Share which allows users to share files across systems.

Huawei Share is a file sharing feature which effectively turns the smartphone into a file server as long as it is on the same computer LAN or other mobile phones can access the files on the phone, whether Windows, MAC or Android, as long as they can support the SMB protocol. Server Message Block (SMB) operates as an application-layer network protocol mainly used for providing shared access to files, printers, and serial ports and miscellaneous communications between nodes on a network.

EMUI 8.1 is reputed to be the first deep customisation system based on Android 8.1 OS. It comes with artificial intelligence that makes the software experience smarter and quicker. The updated version of the operating system comes with features like Real-Time Scene and Object Recognition, Smart Tips, and AI-accelerated language translation, among others. It also brings some artificial intelligence-based capabilities such as resource allocation, context awareness as well as user behaviour or behaviour prediction. Thanks to Android Oreo, users will also have access to features like split-screen interface, navigation dock, one-hand operation and smart view.

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OnePlus 6 Will Be Waterproof, Teaser Suggests

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Joel Joseph

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Apr 16, 2018

More and more manufacturers are adding waterproofing on their major flagships in the past few years. However, this was also a major feature that was missing on OnePlus’ flagships, at least until now. But that’s going to change. OnePlus has just released a brand new teaser for its upcoming OnePlus 6 flagship and it kind of confirms that the new device will be waterproof.

Don’t you just hate it when you have to stop using your phone when it rains? So do we 😉 pic.twitter.com/WsWc4Mw3Yz

— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) April 16, 2018

This is definitely welcome news for fans who desperately wanted this feature. Samsung and Sony flagships have always been waterproof but it came at a price. Their top-end models cost upwards of $700, which doesn’t exactly make them affordable. On the other hand, the OnePlus 6 is expected to retain the affordable price tag, which gives customers a solid choice for a waterproof / water resistant flagship without having to shell out a lot of money.

Unfortunately, the teaser doesn’t say anything about the IP rating of the handset. So, we don’t know whether it will be IP57 like the P20, or IP67 like the P20 Pro or even IP68 like the Galaxy S9. Irrespective of the rating of the new flagship, it does offer a sense of relief to buyers who don’t want to worry about accidental splashes ruining their $500+ smartphone.

Lenovo Creates Smart Home Arm And Gives It An Interesting Name

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Habeeb Onawole

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Apr 16, 2018

Last week, ZTE’s Nubia joined the smart home race with its first product a smart door lock. Today, another big player has joined the race and it is none other than Lenovo.

Lenovo had a spring product launch event today in Beijing where it announced its entry into the smart home market. It then revealed that its smart home arm will be called……Lecoo.

Yes, Lenovo’s smart home products will launch under the Lecoo brand which is almost identical to LeEco, the smartphone brand. The name is actually pronounced “lay-ku” and as at today, there are four products under the brand.

There is the Lecoo Smart Router S1, the Lecoo Baby Monitor A1, the LeCoo Smart Camera R1, and the Lecoo Smart Camera S1.

Smart Router S1

The Leeco Smart Router has a rose gold and white finish and is one of the most attractive routers we have seen. It has four Skyworks signal antennas, supports dual-band WiFi, and offers up to 1200Mbps speeds.

There is a dual-core processor under its exterior, 512MB RAM, and 32MB of storage. It has a USB 3.0 port for adding more storage and also has a gigabit ethernet port. The Smart Router S1 is priced at ¥499 (~$80).

Lecoo Baby Monitor A1

The Lecoo baby Monitor isn’t just an extra eye to watch over your kid(s) but also has some cool features. It can identify certain expressions of a child as well as special moments and proceeds to record them. These short clips and images can be accessed later and shared with family and friends.

The baby monitor can rotate 360° horizontally and 100° vertically. It can be mounted on a wall or placed on a surface. It records in 1080p, has night vision, and voice recognition. There is a 4,000mAh built-in battery and a USB-C port for charging.

Lenovo says there is unlimited cloud storage available for users. The baby monitor is priced at ¥699 (~$111).

Lecoo Smart Camera S1 and R1

Both cameras have a similar design and functionality but the S1 is smaller than the R1. They both record videos with the H.265 encoding and can be paired with up to three other cameras which can all be viewed simultaneously on the app.

When in privacy mode, the movable part of the camera can be rotated downward to hide the lens in the shaft. You can wake it up with the button on the device or via the app.

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Meizu E3 J-20 Collectors Edition Hands On Photos

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Michele Ingelido

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Apr 16, 2018

Besides the standard version which is actually available to purchase in Chinese stores, Meizu has also released a special and Limited edition of the E3. It is known as Meizu E3 J-20 Collectors Edition and it is dedicated to the J-20 fighter jet. It is a version which distinguishes from the original E3 for its zinc alloy chassis and a special customization dedicated to J-20 on the whole backplate. The box is customized as well, and in the software, you can find a customized Flyme user interface.

Besides the customized design and box, Meizu E3 J-20 Collectors Edition comes with a memorial card, a customized protective case and a J-20-reminiscent SIM-eject pin. The special edition has been officially launched in the market on April 9 and the company will be selling only 2,000 units of it. Today, we can show the first hands-on photos of the E3 J-20 and its official accessories. You can see everything we described above, from the box to all its content, in the images below. The specs sheet of Meizu E3 J-20 Collectors Edition is exactly the same as the standard version. It features a 5.99-inch display with the LTPS IPS technology, an 18:9 aspect ratio and a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels. The panel supports up to 85 percent NTSC color gamut.

Under the hood, there is an octa-core Snapdragon 636 chipset by Qualcomm, that is exactly the same as Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro. Indeed, the E3 can be considered in China as one of the main competitors of the latest Xiaomi midranger. The Collectors Edition is available in two configurations: one with 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage and another with 6 GB RAM and 128 GB ROM. The first configuration has a price tag of 1,999 Yuan in China, which roughly translates into $315, while the most powerful variant costs 2,499 Yuan, that is equivalent to about $395. The rear side houses a 12 + 20 MP dual camera with 2.5x lossless zoom, while the battery is of 3360 mAh capacity.

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Oppo F7 Diamond Black Special Edition With 6GB RAM And 128GB Storage Launched In India

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Jeet

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Apr 16, 2018

Earlier this month, Oppo launched its latest smartphone in the Indian market — Oppo F7. Now, the China-based company has announced a new variant of the phone — Oppo F7 Diamond Black Special Edition.

This new special edition smartphone comes with bumped up RAM and storage capacity. The Diamond Black edition was announced during the Oppo F7 launch event but the company had not revealed availability information at that time. Oppo had also announced Solar Red variant, which is yet to go on sale.

The Oppo F7 Diamond Black Special Edition priced at Rs. 26,990 (approximately $412) and will go on sale in India from 21st April through online retailers Flipkart, Amazon India and Paytm Mall as well as the company’s official stores across India. To compare, the standard variant is priced at Rs. 21,990 (approx. $336).

The Oppo F7 Diamond Black Special Edition comes with a diamond-like finish on the back side, which sets it apart from the standard edition. The phone comes with a 6.2-inch Full-HD+ Full Screen 2.0 display with screen resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels and 19:9 aspect ratio. This is the first smartphone from Oppo to feature a notched display.

Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by MediaTek Helio P60 64-bit octa-core processor clocked at 2GHz, along with 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. It’s noteworthy that the standard edition of Oppo F7 comes with 4GB RAM and 64GB onboard storage.

The device comes equipped with a single 16-megapixel rear camera with f/1.8 aperture and some recognition features based on artificial intelligence. On the front side, there’s a 25-megapixel snapper with f/2.0 aperture and real-time HDR, AI beatification and portrait mode.

It comes with a fingerprint sensor on the back and facial recognition feature for added security. Connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 4.2, microUSB port, and 3.5mm headphone jack. The phone runs on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system based ColorOS 5.0. The device drives power from a 3,400mAh battery.

Samsung Patents A Notch Display Design, May Debut on the Galaxy S10

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 16, 2018

Smartphone manufacturers are gradually going ballistic with the adoption of the notch display design that was first seen on the Sharp Aquos lineup. The Essential Phone 1 also utilised the notch design which involves making a cut-out at the top of the display. More recent is the iPhone X and since Apple utilised this design on its flagship, the design seems to have gone viral. The roll call now includes the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2s, Huawei P20, OPPO R15 and the upcoming OnePlus 6. Leading phone maker Samsung may join the fray soon, that is if the latest design patented by the company is anything to go by.

Samsung has filed a patent for a design which may likely be used on the Galaxy S10. The design shows the top bezel cut-out that houses the front camera and sensors. That isn’t all Samsung patented. There is a second patent for a design which is completely bezel-less with barely a frame around the display.

The smartphone design patent with a bezel-less screen comes with a single rear camera and no rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. It, therefore, implies that the device may likely pack an under-display fingerprint sensor. The design doesn’t also include a front camera and we believe Samsung will find a place to tuck in the front camera and other sensors that would be at the front.

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Lenovo Air 2018 and Lenovo 7000 Notebooks Go On Sale in China

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Habeeb Onawole

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Apr 16, 2018

Lenovo China has launched two new notebooks for the Chinese market. The new notebooks which are the Lenovo Air 2018 and Lenovo 7000 are sold exclusively on JD.com.

Lenovo Air 2018

The Lenovo Air 2018 has an all-metal body with a 16.8mm thickness and weighs just 1.95kg. Its 15.6” FHD display has a tri-bezel-less design which gives the notebook an 82.7% screen-to-body ratio.

There is an Intel 8th gen processor under the hood paired with an NVIDIA GeForce MX150. The notebook comes in Core i7 and Core i5 variants with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD storage.

It has a fingerprint scanner, Harman Kardon audio, and a 45WHr battery with support for fast charge. The Lenovo Air has a USB_C port but only for data transfer. There are two USB 3.0 ports, an HDMI port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

It is available in black, silver, and gold for ¥5799 (~$923) for the Core i5 variant and ¥7000 (~$1114) for the Core i7 variant on JD.com.

Lenovo 7000

The Lenovo 7000 has the same CNC metal design as the Air 2018. It also has a tri-bezel-less design but packs a 14-inch FHD display for an 80.8% screen-to-body ratio. The display can be laid flat just like the Lenovo Air 2018. It weighs 1.93kg and is just 1.93cm thick.

Unlike the Lenovo Air 2018 which only has SSD storage, the Lenovo 7000 has a 128GB SSD storage paired with 2TB HDD storage. There is an 8th-gen Core i7/Core i5 processor under the hood, 8GB of RAM, and an AMD Radeon 535 graphics card.

It has a 52.5WHr battery with fast charging, Dolby Audio, a USB 3.0 port, a USB 2.0 port, an HDMI port, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

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Samsung Galaxy A3 and A5 (2017) Get The Latest Security Patches With A New Update

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Michele Ingelido

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Apr 16, 2018

New updates have just headed to Samsung Galaxy A3 and A5 (2017). The Korean leader of the hi-tech market has supported two of its most important affordable phones by releasing two updates identified by the build numbers A320FLXXU2BRC1 and A520FXXU4BRD1, respectively. On the A3 (2017), the update brings the Android security patch for the month of March which fixes important vulnerabilities of the operating system and Samsung’s customized Experience UI.

Besides the Android security patch, the update for the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) comes with a new autofocus mode for the front camera and AR stickers. The update for Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) brings a more recent Android security patch: the latest one for the month of April, which has been released by Google this month. Even Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge have received a new update, but it has been rolled out only on the variants launched by the U.S. carrier T-Mobile.

The update for Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge carries the build numbers G930TUVS4BRC1 and G935TUVS4BRC1, and it brings the April security patch just like Samsung Galaxy A5. If you still did not receive the OTA notification on your Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, S7 or S7 Edge you can head to the Settings, then choose Software updates to try to force its arrival.

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Flipkart Teases ‘Big’ Smartphone Announcements On April 17

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Jeet

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Apr 16, 2018

Flipkart, the Indian eCommerce marketplace, is teasing new announcements on 17th April that the company says will “disrupt the mobile phone landscape.”

The company is gearing up to launch a new phone on its platform as well as a ‘big’ brand exclusively on its marketplace. Further, the company will also be unveiling a new value-added service for the phone.

Rumors suggest that the announcement could be related to the upcoming Huawei P20 series launch in India, which Huawei has been teasing. However, it seems unlikely given that the P20 is a high-end smartphone series and with Flipkart teasing to disrupt the market, the phone is likely to be a mid-range device.

Another possibility is the next-generation Moto G-series smartphones from Lenovo-owned Motorola. The company is expected to launch Moto G6 lineup as well as Moto E5 lineup pretty soon. Motorola has scheduled a launch event on 19th April in Brazil, where it is expected to launch the Moto G6 series smartphones.

The BigOnFlipkart teaser from the eCommerce company is accompanied by a video message from the company CEO, Kalyan Krishnamurthy. In what Flipkart calls a ‘clue’ Krishnamurthy says, “Meaningful partnerships drive a successful business. Flipkart’s philosophy of customer centricity and long-term partnerships has transformed the way India buys mobile phones. We are proud to enter into an exclusive partnership with a tech giant to disrupt the mobile phone landscape in a big way. Get ready for 2 big announcements soon.”

The value-added service teased by the Indian eCommerce company on its ‘BigAnnouncement’ landing page seems to an insurance coverage as Flipkart is promising that prospective customer of the upcoming phone will get extensive insurance coverage so that they can live with less worry about protecting the device from any physical damage.

Flipkart has scheduled a press event in New Delhi to announce what the company has to offer. It’s just a matter of few hours before we know what’s in store from Flipkart.

Xiaomi’s Mi Geek Shoulder Bag For Gamers Finally Up For Sale With Geometric Mosaic Design

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Joel Joseph

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Apr 16, 2018

Back when Xiaomi announced the Mi Mix 2S, the company also revealed a brand new Mi Geek Shoulder Bag. At the time, the company said that the new backpack will go on sale on April 16. Today, as promised, the bag is up for purchase for a price tag of 399 Yuan (~$64).

Like the name suggests, the Mi Geek Shoulder Bag is deigned for gamers and gadget enthusiasts. The bag has a futuristic look and comes with a geometric mosaic design. So, it will definitely stand out when you walk on the street. This unique design was developed with the help of 90Fun, the popular suitcase manufacturer. 90Fun is experienced at making smart suitcases catering to the needs of the modern travellers, so their influence brings a smart modern look to the backpack.

The Mi Geek Shoulder Bag is made out of a dense matte fabric which is splash proof. The bag can accommodate laptops up to 15.6-inches and comes with dedicated compartments for headphones, sunglasses, mouse, flash drives, and memory cards. Despite its slightly pricey 399 Yuan price tag, gamers and gadget enthusiasts should definitely check out this new backpack from Xiaomi. You can also pair it up with the company’s Mi Gaming Laptop that was announced last month.

You can order the Mi Geek Shoulder Bag in China from here. Or you can check out more pictures of the backpack from down below.

Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium Goes Official with 4K HDR Display, Dual Cameras, Snapdragon 845, 6 GB RAM

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 16, 2018

Before the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2018 even that was held in February this year, the rumor mill had speculated that Sony may debut Xperia XZ2 Premium flagship phone at the tech trade show However, the Japanese tech giant had only unveiled the Xperia XZ2 and Xperia XZ2 Compact smartphones at MWC 2018. Today, the company has officially introduced the Xperia XZ2 Premium smartphone that is equipped with a 4K HDR display, Snapdragon 845 mobile platform, 6 GB of RAM and dual rear cameras that is designed to capture amazing shots in extreme low-light conditions.

Design

The Xperia XZ2 Premium sports the same Ambient Flow design that was introduced on the Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact phones. The rear side of the phone is also made out of glass. The back panel features a flash unit which is placed above the vertically stacked dual camera module and towards the center is the fingerprint scanner. It comes in two colors like Chrome Black and Chrome Silver. The IP68 rated chassis of the Xperia XZ2 Premium measures 158 x 80 x 11.9 mm and weighs 236 grams.

Display

The Xperia XZ2 Premium to features a 5.8-inch TRILUMINOS HDR display that supports 4K resolution of 2160 x 3840 pixels along with a standard aspect ratio of 16:9. The screen is tucked under a layer of 2.5D Gorilla Glass 5.

Cameras

The Xperia XZ2 Premium features the Motion Eye dual camera module and Fusion ISP that was demonstrated at MWC 2018 this year. The dual rear cameras can shoot photos with ISO 51,200 and videos with ISO 12,800. It includes an f/1.8 aperture 19-megapixel 1/2.3” Exmos RS RGB sensor that has an individual pixel size of 1.2micron. It is accompanied by f/1.6 aperture 12-megapixel 1/2.3” monochrome sensor with pixel size of 1.55micron.

The dual rear cameras found on Apple and Samsung phones feature telephoto lens as the secondary camera. However, Sony has included a monochrome sensor on the Xperia XZ2 Premium to capture more light and use the Aube Fusion ISP to produce noiseless images even in completely dark environments. The dual rear cameras can capture images with bokeh effect. It can also shoot 4K HDR videos and super slow-motion videos at 960 fps. Its other features include EIS and 5-axis stabilization.

For snapping selfies, it is equipped with a 13-megapixel 1/3.06” Exmor RS sensor. It can be used to shoot images in ISO of up to 3200 and capture images in ISO of up to 1600. It also offers 5-axis stabilization for shooting stutter-free videos. The marvelous display of the phone can function as flash while shooting images through the front camera.

Performance

The Snapdragon 845 chipset is present under the hood of the Xperia XZ2 Premium. The SoC is coupled with 6 GB of RAM and it is packed with an internal storage capacity of 64 GB. The external storage slot of the phone supports up to 400 GB of microSD card. The handset is loaded with Android Oreo. It is powered by 3,540mAh battery that is enabled with features like Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging, Qnovo Adapative charging and wireless charging.

The other features available on the Xperia XZ2 Premium include dual-SIM support, 4G VoLTE with up to 1.2 Gbps download speeds, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth, USB-C, GPS and stereo speakers. It lacks a 3.5mm audio jack.

Pricing

Sony is yet to confirm on the pricing of the Xperia XZ2 Premium. The Japanese company has only confirmed that its premium flagship phone will be available in summer this year.

Xiaomi Wireless Charger Unboxing & Teardown – What Lies Inside?

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 16, 2018

During the launch of the Mi Mix 2s on March 27, Xiaomi also unveiled a new Mi wireless charging pad which works for the Mi Mix 2s and other phones like the Galaxy S series and iPhones supporting wireless charging. For the avoidance of doubt, the Mi Mix 2s is the first Xiaomi model to feature support for wireless charging.

The Mi Wireless charging pad utilises the popular Qi wireless charging standard. It uses the normal 5W rating and a 7.5W fast charge rating and has a 5V 2A and 9V 2A rating. The wireless charger also comes with protection from extreme temperatures and high current as well as foreign body detection.

The Xiaomi Wireless charger is only indicated for use on the Mi Mix 2s, according to the product details on the body of the packaging box. The retail box only houses the wireless charger and a quick starter guide. There is no data cable or an adapter inside

Design wise, the wireless charging dock comes with a white coloured body devoid of any text. The shell is made of plastic while the upper surface is covered with a layer of thick silica gel through a process similar to secondary injection moulding. As a result of the silica gel, the surface is soft to touch with the hand. It also gives it an anti-slip feature both at the top and bottom but the bottom one uses a rubber pad to create an anti-slip feature. The charging pad is potable with a radius of 47mm and thickness of 12.44mm. It uses a USB-C input interface and supports 5V2A / 9V2A input. There is also a green indicator light at the side of the wireless charger. The light stays on during normal charging while it flashes when the device is in protection mode.

Coming to the teardown, the wireless charging pad is held together by four screws. The screws are hidden under the for rubber pad at the base. Opening up the device reveals a very simple build. The top aspect could be seen with a plastic outer body and the silicon gel surface in the middle moulded with the plastic. The bottom surface is entirely composed of plastic material. All the parts are mounted at the bottom of the cover.

The internal components consist of a PCB board and a metal heat conducting block underneath. The conducting block spreads the heat and distributes it to avoid accumulation of too much heat. The internal is translucent and this is achieved using a black light-proof adhesive sheet underneath to prevent light leakage. The USB type-C female port is firmly welded at four different points to the PCB. The metal heat sink is fixed by clips to the PCB and has screw points which hold it to the plastic casing.

The charging coil is located at the middle, just above the PCB and it is soldered to the borad at two points. There is also a temperature sensor which detects high temperature and the charging pad goes into protective mode. The temperature probe is placed in the middle of the coil to measure the temperature. The coils have a high saturation degree of solder joints, flat side-mount chip LEDs, and the temperature sensor pad is glued to avoid vibrations.

In all, the Xiaomi Wireless Charger has a minimalist and simple design and for a device that measures up to Apple’s wireless charger 7.5W fast charging output, the device is nicely priced at 99 Yuan ($15). We feel it is worth buying since its usage is broad and not limited to the Mi Mix 2s.

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