BLU Vivo One Plus Entry-Level Smartphone Features 18:9 Display And 4,000mAh Battery

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Apr 11, 2018

Last month, BLU launched its first ever Android One smartphone — BLU Vivo XL3. Now, the company has launched yet another smartphone named BLU Vivo One Plus, which comes with slightly improved specs over the BLU Vivo One that was launched in February.

The smartphone comes with a 6-inch HD+ display with screen resolution of 1440 x 720 pixels while the previous model packs 5.5-inch HD display. Under the hood, the device is powered by a 1.3GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6739 processor.

The entry-level phone packs 2GB RAM and 16GB internal storage. There’s also a microSD card slot, allowing users to further expand the phone’s storage capacity up to 64GB.

Coming to the camera department, the BLU Vivo One Plus boasts a 13-megapixel camera sensor on the back, along with an LED flash. On the front side, there’s also a 13-megapixel snapper with an LED flash for brighter selfies.

There’s a fingerprint sensor placed on the phone’s back panel, ensuring added security measures. Connectivity options on the dual-SIM smartphone include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth, and GPS.

The phone runs Android 7.1 Nougat operating system out-of-the-box and comes with a split-screen feature enabling users to do two tasks simultaneously. We doubt if the phone will ever receive new Android version updates. It is powered by a 4,000mAh “monster” battery and supports 5V/2A quick charge.

Although the BLU Vivo One Plus has already been launched and listed on the company’s official website, the smartphone is not yet available for purchase and the company has not yet revealed its pricing information. It will be available in three colors — Black, Dark Blue, and Gold.

Xiaomi Launches 90Fun Passport Suitcase

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Habeeb Onawole

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Apr 11, 2018

One of the companies under Xiaomi’s Mi Ecosystem is 90Fun (Shanghai Runmi Technology Co.). They are known for their backpacks, running shoes, jackets, and suitcases. The manufacturer’s latest product is the 90Fun Passport Suitcase and it does have some interesting features.

Most suitcases have one large compartment for your clothes and shoes and a few pockets to keep documents and gadgets. These pockets are not specially designed to hold your precious gadgets and documents just like a backpack and sometimes you have to open the main compartment to access them. The Passport Suitcase fixes that.

The suitcase has a separate compartment made just for your gadgets, travel documents, and any other personal items you need quick access to. There is a slot for your laptop, one for your phone, and a couple more for passports and wallets. The good thing is that the compartment has a high level of protection as it is said to be 100% crush-proof.

The compartment itself has a TSA lock separated from the main one.

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MediaTek Releases Q1 2018 Financial Report Showing Promising Improvement MoM

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 11, 2018

Taiwanese fabless chipmaker MediaTek has released its unaudited financial report for the first quarter of 2018 showing the company’s sales revenue for January, February and March. The chipmaker continues to struggle to regain its profitability as a result of a decline in sales especially since losing out completely in the flagship chip segment to rival chipmaker – Qualcomm.

The financial statement shows that the company recorded a cumulative income of NTD 49,654 million (~$1.7 million USD) for the three months. This is 11.46% lower than the NTD56,083 million which the company posted in Q1 2017. However, the company can take out some positives from the improved sales Month on Month recorded in March, compared to January and February 2018. In January 2018, the company recorded a total of NTD 16,835 million in revenue which is an 8.07% drop Year on Year. Revenue recorded in February declined drastically to NTD 12,708 million representing a 25.03% slump YoY. However, the company’s fortunes rebounded in March with a revenue of NTD 20,110 million which is still 3.40% lower than the company’s March 2017 revenue. But the revenue in March represented a 58.24% Month on Month (MoM) increase in sales over February 2018.

MediaTek’s revenue is expected to continue improving this month, especially since its latest Helio P60 midrange chip is getting featured on more and more smartphones. Analysts believe the Helio P60 and perhaps the P70 will play key roles in boosting the company’s revenue in the second quarter.

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Honor Magicbook Sporting Ultra-thin Bezels Will Launch As Honor’s First Laptop on April 19

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 11, 2018

Huawei’s Honor division has gradually evolved from a brand focused on premium flagship phones to include midrange and even budget models. The Honor division has also seen the launch of sports band and other accessories in recent times. Now, the Honor brand has officially announced what is going to be its first laptop model dubbed Honor Magicbook. The laptop will be unveiled alongside the Honor 10 on April 19.

Honor had released a teaser video on April 1 which featured the Honor Magicbook but then it was thought t be an April Fool’s joke because of the sleek design and ultra-thin bezels. Indeed, the latest poster announcing the launch date also contains the render of the device and the major standout feature is the ultra-thin bezels on all sides. This is likely going to be nothing similar to the laptop models across different brands that are presently on the market. In this regard, the Honor Magicbook has the potential of being a hugely successful device. We could be looking at the first bezel-less laptop that will spark up a revolution similar to the one already sweeping through the smartphone industry.

However, the hardware configuration of the Magicbook is yet to be revealed. The success of the laptop will depend, to a large extent, on the specifications of the laptop. We expect Huawei to include the latest and best hardware lineup onboard the device. Also, don’t expect the laptop to come in with a cheap price tag but in typical Huawei style, it will still be affordable when compared to Apple’s MacBook models. It’s interesting to observe that the two names are similar.We don’t know if that will be the only similarity between the MagicBook and MacBook. We’ll keep you updated about the new laptop when it goes official on April 19.

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Samsung Galaxy J7 Duo Goes Official in India with Rs. 16,990 (~$260) Pricing

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 11, 2018

Through a press release, Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy J7 Duo smartphone. Some of its best features include dual rear cameras, front-facing LED flash for selfie camera and Face Unlock.

Galaxy J7 Duo Specifications and Features

The Samsung Galaxy J7 duo features a 5.5-inch S-AMOLED display that offers HD resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels. The press release states that the Galaxy J7 is powered by octa-core Exynos 7 series processor. However, leaked information that had surfaced before the launch of the Galaxy J7 Duo revealed that it is powered by 1.6 GHz Exynos 7870 SoC that is also found under the hood of older Samsung phones like Galaxy J7 (2017), Galaxy J5 (2017), Galaxy A3 (2017), Galaxy J7 Prime 2, Galaxy J7 (2016) and Galaxy J7 Prime.

The SoC of the Galaxy J7 Duo is supported by 4 GB of RAM and it is fueled by 3,000mAh battery. It comes loaded with Android 8.0 Oreo which brings along Bixby Home feature. The App Pair feature available on the Galaxy J7 Duo allows its users to work on two apps at the same time. It has a native storage of 32 GB. For more storage, users can make use of up to 256 GB of microSD card.

The Galaxy J7 Duo is the first J series phone from Samsung to feature dual rear cameras. It includes an f/1.9 aperture 13-megapixel sensor and an f/1.9 aperture 5-megapixel sensor. It is equipped with an LED flash and carries support for Full HD video shooting at 30 fps. The dual cameras can be also used for shooting images with bokeh effect. The LED flash enabled 8-megapixel selfie camera has an aperture of f/1.9. Some of the features of the front-facing camera include Face Unlock, Selfie Focus and Beauty Mode.

Below the display of the Galaxy J7 Duo is the fingerprint scanner enabled home button. It also includes other features such as 4G VoLTE, dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS and GLONASS. It measures 153.5×77.2×8.2mm and weighs 174 grams.

Galaxy J7 Duo Pricing and Availability

The Galaxy J7 Duo carries a pricing of Rs. 16,990 (~$264). It will be available for buying starting from April 12. The handset can be availed in colors like Black and Gold

Unboxing Photos of The Celadon Blue Nubia Z18 Mini

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Habeeb Onawole

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Apr 11, 2018

The Nubia Z18 Mini was announced a few hours ago and its launch heralds the arrival of the main flagship, the Nubia Z18. The Mini suffix is just an indicator that this is a less powerful variant of the main device and in no way means this phone can’t hold its own.

The Nubia Z18 Mini not only packs upper mid-range specs but matches it with an equally impressive design. Unboxing photos of the blue variant are now available for us to feast our eyes on.

The phone comes in a white box with the Nubia logo on it. There is nothing fancy about the packaging and it doesn’t even have the model of the phone on it. However, there is a chance the underside may have the model, IMEI number, and a few other info listed.

Pull off the top half of the box and you are greeted with a red inner box and the phone itself. Irrespective of the color variant you buy, the Nubia Z18 comes with black bezels on the front but you can see the outline of the color variant at the edges.

The box contains a charger, a USB cable, and a SIM ejector tool. There is also a quick start guide/warranty booklet inside.

Even though it has an 18:9 aspect ratio, the Nubia Z18 Mini still has moderately-sized bezels. The front camera is on the left side of the top bezel followed by the earpiece, and hidden on the right should be a sensor. The phone uses on-screen navigational buttons which are red just like they would be if they were capacitive buttons.

There is a SIM tray on the left and a dedicated voice assistant button. The key is textured and has a red accent on all variants. The volume rocker and power button are on the right. The phone also has antenna lines on the upper part of the sides and at the bottom.

The Nubia Z18 Mini has a USB-C port flanked on the left by an audio jack, and on the right by a speaker grille. The top is almost bare save for a secondary microphone.

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Live Photo of Unknown LG Phone With Full Vision Display May Be LG Q7

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Habeeb Onawole

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Apr 11, 2018

With the LG G7 ThinQ already confirmed to launch on May 2, we wouldn’t be surprised if LG also launches new second-generation mid-range phones with Full Vision displays.

A live photo of an unknown LG phone was posted online yesterday by Roland Quandt (@rquandt). The phone has a display of an unknown size and resolution but an 18:9 aspect ratio. It doesn’t have a notch but the corners are curved.

There isn’t a fingerprint scanner in front, so it is likely on the rear or it might not even have one. Yes, we won’t be surprised since the LG Q6 trio released last year don’t have a fingerprint scanner. But let’s hope they don’t repeat that this year.

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Samsung’s Market Share in China is Now 0.8% Only

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 11, 2018

In the last two years, none of the Samsung phones have made it to the list of top 10 bestselling phones in China. According to a recent market study carried out by Strategy Analytics, the South Korean held on to 12^th spot in China in the fourth quarter of 2017. Currently, the only foreign company that has managed to get listed in the top 10 smartphone brands in China is Apple that is now holding on to 5^th position after Huawei, OPPO, Vivo and Xiaomi. The research also reveals that Samsung’s market share has declined to 0.8 percent in the said quarter.

Between 2011 and 2013, Samsung was the number smartphone brand in China. However, local brands have managed to surpass Samsung’s popularity in the recent years. Analysts are of the view that some of the reasons that has led to declining of Samsung’s market share in China are its inability to meet the demands of consumers in China while local brands proactively launch cheaper smartphones, recalling of Galaxy Note 7 and the recent political tension between Seoul and Beijing.

On March 6, Samsung had introduced the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ smartphones in China. It has even signed up popular young actors from China, Zhu Yawen and Jing Boran to endorse the Galaxy S9 duo. The South Korean company is hoping to gain some market share through the arrival of S9 and S9+ in China.

Galaxy S9+ China featured — Samsung recently launched the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ in China

The 64 GB and 128 GB Samsung Galaxy S9 models are respectively priced at 5,799 Yuan (~$922) and 6,099 Yuan (~$970). On the other side, the 64 GB, 128 GB and 256 GB Galaxy S9+ variants respectively cost 6,699 Yuan (~$1,065), 6,999 Yuan (~$1,113) and 7,599 Yuan (~$1,209). In order to attract Chinese customers, it comes with enhanced video, audio apps and personalized emojis to attract social media users in China.

A recent report had revealed that Samsung is working on improving its market share in China. In 2017, it had replaced local heads and operations were streamlined. The company also plans to concentrate more on targeting users who purchase high-end smartphones. However, it won’t be easy for Samsung to regain its popularity in China as Huawei, OPPO, Vivo, Xiaomi and OnePlus are all selling flagship phones with cheaper pricing.

What do you think should Samsung do to rank among the top 5 brands in China? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

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Nubia Z18 Mini Official With SD660, 5.7-inch FHD+ Display, & Android 8.1

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Joel Joseph

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Apr 11, 2018

After teasing the new gaming brand yesterday, Nubia has officially taken the wraps off the Nubia Z18 Mini smartphone in China. It’s the first of the many models that are set to release sometime later this year in the Z series. Despite the ‘Mini’ branding, the new model is quite a capable smartphone that can take on the new age mid-rangers in the market.

Nubia is always known for its simple yet beautiful design. The same design philosophy is carried forward on the Nubia Z18 Mini. The phone features a 3D Gorilla Glass curved glass body supported by an aluminium alloy frame. The design is elegant and there are five different color options available, include a special edition. There are the standard four colors: Black, White, Pink, Blue. Apart from this, there’s a special Provence Edition coming in a Lavender shade, which will cost you a bit more than the other models. The 148 x 70.6 x 7.6mm body along with its 153 gram weight ensures that the phone is comfortable even for one handed use. Further, there’s a dedicated voice assistant button coming in textured red on the left side of the phone.

Coming to the specs, the Nubia Z18 Mini will feature the Snapdragon 660 AIE processor with 6GB of RAM and 64GB / 128GB ROM options. At the back of the phone, you’ll find a 24MP primary camera with a secondary 5MP shooter. The primary camera boasts of f/1.7 aperture with PDAF + Hybrid Contrast AF, 0.1s focus, and multi-point focus. The large aperture should ensure decent low light pictures from the Z18 Mini’s dual camera setup. Up front, you get an 8MP 80 degree wide-angle shooter to take care of your selfies.

The Nubia Z18 Mini comes with Android 8.1 out of the box with the company’s own Nubia UI. There’s a decent 3450mAh battery that should ensure more than a day’s worth of battery life. Other features include Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, GPS, GLONASS, and 106 point Face Unlock.

The phone starts at 1799 Yuan ($286) for the 6GB +64GB variant and goes up to 2099 Yuan ($334) for the 6GB+128GB variant. The special Lavender Provence Edition will cost you a bit extra at 2199 Yuan ($350). The Nubia Z18 Mini goes on sale on April 19 and reservations start today. Meanwhile, you can check the full Nubia Z18 Mini specs here.

Xiaomi Mi 5, Mi MIX, Mi Note 2 Android Oreo Beta Testing Begins; Stable ROM Roll Out Could be Available Soon

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 11, 2018

Few days ago, Xiaomi had released China Developer ROM based on Android Oreo for devices like Mi 5, Mi MIX and Mi Note 2. Today, the company has officially confirmed through its MIUI forum site that the it is now recruiting new fans for these handsets outside of China to test the Android Oreo Global ROM’s beta version.

Xiaomi is now in the process of making the MIUI 9.5 version available to as many as 30 smartphones. However, the update only brings the latest MIUI version, and it does not contain newer version of Android OS.

The Chinese manufacturer is also gradually rolling out the latest Android Oreo update to eligible devices. Xiaomi has already released Android 8.0 Oreo update to devices like Mi A1, Mi MIX 2, Mi 6, Redmi Note 5 Pro but there are a handful of eligible devices such as Mi Note 3, Redmi 5, Redmi Note 5, Redmi 5A, Redmi 5A Prime, Redmi Note 5A, Redmi Note 5A Prime Mi Max 2, Mi Note 2, Mi MIX, Mi 5s, Mi 5s Plus, Mi 5, Mi 5X, Mi 5C and Mi Pad 3 that are yet to receive the Android 8.0 Oreo update.

As mentioned above, it appears that the global ROM based on Android Oreo could be available soon for Mi 5, Mi MIX and Mi Note 2. These handsets are likely to receive the Oreo update within Q2 this year whereas most of the remaining handsets may get it Q3.

Users of Mi 5, Mi MIX and Mi Note 2 who wish to test the beta version of Android Oreo can visit the source link to know how to enroll as a beta tester. One should be aware of the fact that the deadline to become a test tester for these phones is April 11 until 11:59 PM (Beijing time).

The Xiaomi Mi 6 had received Android Oreo beta version in January this year and the stable global ROM was made available for it by February end. Hence, it is likely that the Mi 5, Mi MIX and Mi Note 2 users may get the global stable Android Oreo ROM by the coming month.

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Google Home And Home Mini Launched In India, Price Starts At Rs. 4,499

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Jeet

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Apr 11, 2018

In an attempt to take on Amazon in the smart speakers market in India, Google has launched its own smartphone speakers — Google Home and its mini variant Google Home Mini in India at a launch event in New Delhi.

The Google Home is priced at Rs. 9,999 (approximately $153) while the Home Mini is priced at Rs. 4,499, which roughly converts to $69. Both the speakers will be available for purchase in India online exclusively through Flipkart and select offline stores, including Reliance Digital, Chroma and others.

The Google Home will be available in Chalk color, whereas the Google Home Mini will come in Chalk and Charcoal colors. While the company has launched Home and Home Mini, the Google Home Max has not been launched in India. However, there’s a possibility that the company could bring the Home Max to India at a later date.

Those who purchase the device will also receive free six months of subscription for Google Play Music and some special offers from Gaana and Saavn Music. Further, there’s also a 10 percent discount if the speakers are purchased using HDFC credit card. Furthermore, Flipkart, as well as few offline stores, are also offering a free JioFi router on the purchase of Google Home or Google Home Mini.

The smart speakers, which are powered by Google’s voice assistant, Google Assistant, are capable of performing a range of tasks, from playing music and checking traffic to reading out news and recipes.

The company says that the speakers have been tweaked for India and Google has also roped in local news partners for providing headlines through the device. Users will be able to access various apps using the device, as well as IoT devices.

According to Google, it has partnered with more than 200 brands for bringing support for more than 1500 devices, which can be controlled via the Google Home series of speakers. The devices also respond distinctly to more than one user as they come with a Voice Match feature, allowing each user to access their music, calendar and other services based on their voice profile.

In India, the newly launched Google Home and Home Mini will go up against Amazon’s Echo, Echo Dot, and Echo Plus, which starts at Rs. 4,499 (approximately $69) and are powered by Amazon’s own smart assistant — Alexa.

Huawei P20, P20 Pro to Launch in Taiwan on April 19 for ~$718 and ~$924; Pricing for China Also Tipped

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 11, 2018

Huawei had announced the P20 and P20 Pro flagship phones in Europe on March 27. The Chinese manufacturer is now working on bringing the P20 series to more markets like China, Taiwan and India. Huawei has recently confirmed through its official Weibo account that the P20 series will be unveiled in China on April 12 at 2:30 PM local time. Fresh information reveals that the company will be launching the P20 and P20 Pro in Taiwan on April 19.

According to a Taiwanese publication, the 5.8-inch Huawei P20 may hit the Taiwanese market with a price tag of 20,990 TWD (~$718) and the larger 6.1-inch Huawei P20 Pro may carry a pricing of 26,990 TWD (~$924). Earlier rumors had claimed that the latter could be costing around 30,000 TWD (~$1,027). The publication claims that the leaked pricing could be different from the final pricing that is expected to get announced on April 19.

As far as Chinese release of the Huawei P20 and P20 Pro is concerned, fresh reports claim that the P20 would be available with a starting price of 4,088 Yuan (~$651). On the other hand, the P20 Pro is pegged to carry a starting price of 5,288 Yuan (~$848). The first sales of the P20 and P20 Pro is expected to begin at 18:08 PM on April 12.

The Chinese market will be also receiving the Mate RS Porsche Design smartphone that is equipped with 512 GB storage, P20 Pro’s triple camera setup, 18:9 aspect ratio display and dual fingerprint scanner. It is expected to be available in China for 10,000 Yuan (~$1,590).

Huawei is also teasing the arrival of P20 and P20 Pro in India through its Indian Facebook and Twitter accounts. However, it is yet to reveal the launch date for P20 series for India. Also, there is no information available on the Indian pricing for P20 and P20 Pro. In Europe, the P20 and P20 Pro are respectively priced at 649 euros (~$792) and 899 euros (~$1,113).

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Buy Xiaomi Mi Notebook Air Laptop For Only $865.99 On GearBest; Flash Sale To End Soon

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Vinay Patel

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Apr 11, 2018

The Xiaomi Mi Notebook Air laptop swept gadget buffs off their feet after hitting the store shelves a couple of years ago. The device continues to garner considerable popularity thanks to its awe-inspiring specs and features.

On the downside, the Mi Notebook Air failed to grab the attention of people who weren’t willing to shell out that kind of money on a laptop. But much to the relief of these cost-conscious buyers, GearBest is offering a 7% off on the device’s retail price as part of its latest Flash Sale.

In other words, the coveted Mi Notebook Air laptop is currently up for grabs for just $865.99 on GearBest. You can choose from 2 color options including deep gray and silver.

In terms of specs, the Mi Notebook Air laptop packs a powerful Intel Core i5 6200U processor along with an equally robust NVIDIA GeForce MX150 2GB GDDR5 GPU, under the hood. It offers 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal memory.

The device sports a 13.3-inch IPS display with a screen resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and an image aspect ratio of 16:9. Furthermore, the Xiaomi-branded laptop draws its juices from a 40Wh battery that supports fast charging.

The 0.5mm thin Mi Notebook Air features a 1-megapixel single camera in the front. It offers a broad range of connectivity options including a 3.5mm headphone jack, a Standard HDMI slot for video output and it also supports 2x USB 3.0 + Type-C USB cable.

To check out the full specification and avail the deal, you can visit this link. Note that the Flash Sale price will be valid only for the remaining 100 pieces, and the promotion is slated to end in 3 days.

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LightInTheBox Is Selling The China Mobile A3S Smartphone For Only $59.99; See Details

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Apr 11, 2018

After floating around the rumor mill for a long time, the China Mobile A3S smartphone was finally made available to the public in February 2018. As foretold by previously surfaced reports, the phone was very well-received by smartphone enthusiasts.

The China Mobile A3S smartphone would normally set you back $110.03 on LightInTheBox. But if you’re on a tight budget and not willing to spend that kind of money, you’ve come to the right place.

The Beijing-based international online retail company is currently offering a big 45% discount on the phone’s original asking price. As a result, you can now buy the A3S smartphone for only $59.99.

The A3S smartphone boasts an array of awe-inspiring specs that make it a bargain under $70. The aforesaid discount will be valid for both golden as well as silver color options of the device.

In terms of specs, the China Mobile A3S smartphone sports a 5.2 inches HD display with a screen resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels. It is housed in an eye-catching plastic body.

On the photography front, the A3S smartphone features an 8-megapixel camera with dual-LED and AF on the back. There’s a 5-megapixel shooter placed in the front for selfies.

The phone draws its juices from a non-removable 2,800 mAh Lithium-Polymer battery that delivers up to 240 hours of standby time and up to 7 hours of talk time. Moreover, it runs on Android 7.0 Nougat operating system.

You can head straight to this link in order to check out the full specification and avail the deal before it ends in 5 days. Note that the China Mobile A3S smartphone will go back to its retail price as soon as the promotion wraps up.

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Alleged Xiaomi Mi 7 Appears in Fresh Photos

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 11, 2018

It was recently reported that Xiaomi is now only selling the 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage model of the Xiaomi Mi 6 and higher variants like 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage are no longer available for buying. This suggests that the Chinese manufacturer could be gearing up to announce the Xiaomi Mi 7 flagship phone. Fresh photos of the alleged Mi 7 smartphone have appeared on Weibo to reveal its appearance and some of its features.

The alleged Xiaomi Mi 7 can be seen in white color in the newly leaked photos. The sides of the phone seem to be sporting a stainless-steel frame. The bottom edge of the phone is equipped with an external speaker, a USB-C port and a microphone. The two antenna strips on the bottom edge of the phone are clearly visible.

The images also reveal that like the predecessor model, the Mi 7 does not feature a 3.5mm audio jack. The image showing the right edge of the phone shows the presence of buttons for power and volume. It also gives a glimpse of a vertically aligned dual camera setup. It seems that the LED flash could be placed between the dual lenses.

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The left side of the phone only features a SIM card slot. Unfortunately, there is no image showing the frontside of the Mi 7. It is speculated that the Mi 7 will be equipped with a notched display like the iPhone X.

Recent rumors have revealed that the Xiaomi Mi 7 could be the second phone from the company to arrive with wireless charging feature for its 3,400mAh battery. It goes without saying that the smartphone will be powered by Snapdragon 845. It may not feature more than 6 GB of RAM. The Mi 7 is also rumored to feature 3D facial recognition feature.

Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun has recently hinted that the Mi 7 will be coming with under display fingerprint sensor. However, recent reports have claimed that there could be two variants of the Mi 7. The smaller may feature 5.65-inch display and it may not in-screen fingerprint reader. The Mi 7 Plus is pegged to arrive with features like 6.1-inch display, Snapdragon 845, 4,000mAh battery and under display fingerprint reader.

We advise our readers to digest this report with a pinch of salt since there is no way to confirm the authenticity of these images and also because these images are no longer available with the source.

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Xiaomi Mi Max 3 Case Images Reveals Vertical Dual Cameras; Launch Imminent?

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 11, 2018

Xiaomi had launched the Xiaomi Mi Max 2 smartphone in May last year. Hence, the rumor mill has been speculating that the Chinese manufacturer will be debuting the Mi Max 3 phone in the coming month. It is one of the highly anticipated smartphones from the company as it is expected to arrive with a large-sized 18:9 aspect ratio display and a bigger battery. However, two of the major changes that could be seen on the Mi Max 3 is the inclusion of the new features like dual rear cameras and wireless charging. A couple of images of the TPU case of the Mi Max 3 has been spotted on the Chinese Alibaba website. The new images have revealed some of the key features of the Mi Max 3.

As it can be seen in the above image, the TPU case has been designed for the Xiaomi Mi Max 3 smartphone. It reveals that the rear panel of the phone will be housing a fingerprint scanner like the predecessor model. At the top-left corner of the case it the cutout for a vertical dual camera setup. It appears that the LED flash could be placed between the two camera sensors.

The topside of the phone seems to feature a 3.5mm audio jack and the other cutout out there could belong to the IR blaster. The bottom edge of the smartphone seems to feature stereo speakers. The USB-C port seems to be available on the bottom edge in between the two speakers.

The overall appearance of the rear panel of the Mi Max 3 is likely to resemble the Mi Max 2 phone. The leaked firmware files of the Mi Max 3 had revealed that it could be arriving with wireless charging feature. If the rumor is true, instead of the metallic rear panel, it may feature a glass rear in order to support wireless charging.

As far as specs are concerned, the Mi Max 3 is speculated to arrive with Mi 6’s dual rear cameras. It is also speculated to feature a 6.99-inch 18:9 aspect ratio supporting screen with support for FHD+ resolution and 5,500mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0 support. There could be two chipset variants of the phone. The Snapdragon 636 variant could feature 3 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage whereas the Snapdragon 660 model may have 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage.

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Moto G6 Play Surfaces Online In A Hands-On Video Ahead Of Its Official Launch

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Jeet

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Apr 11, 2018

Lenovo-owned Motorola has scheduled a launch event on 19th April where the company is expected to launch its next-generation Moto G-series smartphone — the Moto G6, Moto G6 Plus and Moto G6 Play.

Now, ahead of the phone’s official launch, the Moto G6 Play surfaced online in a short hands-on video. The video, which shows a working unit of the phone, reveals the phone’s design which is in line with the previously leaked renders.

However, the video has been removed by the uploader. In the video, the phone was recognized as the Moto G6 Plus but given the lack of dual camera setup at the back side, the unit seemed to be the Moto G6 Play. According to the previous reports, Moto G6 and G6 Plus will pack dual camera setup while the budget-friendly G6 Play will have a single camera sensor at the back.

Further, Moto G6 Play is the only model among the three to have a fingerprint sensor placed on the back panel, below the camera module. The other two smartphones — Moto G6 and G6 Plus will feature a fingerprint sensor on the front side, below the display.

The specifications of Moto G6 Play were leaked earlier and suggests that the phone will come with a 5.7-inch HD+ Max Vision display with, 18:9 aspect ratio and 1440 x 720 pixels screen resolution. Under the hood, it is powered by a quad-core processor from Qualcomm, clocked at 1.4GHz, likely to be Snapdragon 430. It will pack 2GB or 3GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage.

The smartphone is said to come with a 5-megapixel front-facing camera with LED flash and a beauty mode, while it will feature a 13-megapixel camera sensor on the rear. Sadly, there is no mention of all the cool features of the Moto G6, such as live filters, object and landmark recognition, portrait mode, and active photos.

Along with Dolby Audio and Moto Experiences support, the device will also come with a new voice assistant that lets the user use phone hands-free. One of the highlights of the G6 Play will be its battery capacity as the company is expected to offer 4,000mAh battery which is claimed by Motorola to last 36 hours on a single charge.

Recently, the Moto G6-series smartphones were listed online on American retailer Frys. In the listing, the Moto G6 Play was priced at $199.99 with an expected shipping date of 19th May.

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Buy VOYO Vbook i3 Tablet PC For Only $305.99 On GeekBuying [Coupon Code]

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Vinay Patel

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Apr 11, 2018

VOYO Vbook i3 sports a 10.1-inch FHD (1920 X 1200 pixels) full view display that delivers an unparalleled screen experience. The device boasts an array of other jaw-dropping specs and features that would ideally set you back a pretty penny.

If you’ve restlessly been waiting to get your hands on this coveted tablet PC without burning a hole in your pocket, we have good news for you. GeekBuying is giving cost-conscious buyers an opportunity to save 26% on the device’s retail price.

The VOYO Vbook i3 tablet PC comes bearing a steep price tag of $432.99 on GeekBuying. However, the site is offering a noteworthy discount on its original asking price, but only for a limited period of time.

The Vbook i3 can be yours if you’re willing to shell out only $319.99. On top of that, you can save an additional $53 by using coupon code ‘MEEESLNJ’ at the time of checking out. This brings your subtotal down to just $305.99.
The VOYO Vbook i3 is a powerful tablet PC, given that it packs a powerful Intel Cherry Trail x5-Z8350, Quad Core (up to 1.92GHz) processor. It employs an Intel HD Graphic Gen8 graphics processing unit, under the hood.

The device offers 8GB of RAM and 128GB ROM. Moreover, it is backed by a robust Li-ion battery, 5000mAh battery. It has a 5-megapixel rear-mounted camera and sports a 2-megapixel selfie camera in the front.

It’s worth noting that the aforesaid coupon code is likely to expire soon. The VOYO Vbook i3 tablet PC will retain its retail price as soon as the promotion wraps up. You can follow this link in order to avail the deal, which is slated to end in 4 days.

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Xiaomi Mi 6X May Not Feature MediaTek Helio P60 Chipset

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Jeet

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Apr 11, 2018

Xiaomi is gearing up to launch its new smartphone — Xiaomi Mi 6X, which is the successor of Mi 5X. The international variant of the same could be named Mi A2 — the successor of the Mi A1 Android One smartphone. The phone has been subject to several leaks, including specs, renders, etc.

While we recently reported that the Mi 6X could be powered by MediaTek’s new Helio P60 chipset, a new report claims that the phone will not be powered by the Helio P60 processor.

Recently, the Mi 6X appeared in a TENAA listing, which revealed that the phone will be powered by a 2.2GHz octa-core processor. Our guess is that it will pack the Snapdragon 630 or Snapdragon 660 as they are both clocked at 2.2GHz.

Further, the listing reveals that the phone will come in two variants based on the memory configuration — 4GB/6GB RAM and 64GB/128GB internal storage. While the leaked images related to the smartphone suggests dual camera setup at the back, the TENAA listing only lists one 20MP camera sensor on the back. On the front side, it is expected to feature a 20MP snapper.

Recently, Mishaal Rahman of XDA-Developers suggested that on the back side, the primary sensor will be Sony IMX486 while the secondary camera sensor will be Sony IMX376. On the front side, the company is expected to have the same Sony IMX376 lens.

The smartphone will flaunt a 5.99-inch display with 2160 x 1080 pixels screen resolution. It will have a full-screen display with 18:9 aspect ratio and thankfully without a notch on the top of the display, which seems to be the trend nowadays.

The Xiaomi Mi 6X is expected to be running Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out of the box, with the company’s own MIUI on top. However, the international model of the same, which could be called Mi A2, will run stock Android Oreo as Xiaomi’s A-series is a part of Google‘s Android One program.

The smartphone will be powered by a 2,910mAh battery. It will come in various color options, including Black, Rose Gold, White, Blue, Red, Pink, Gray, and Silver. While the launch date is not yet known, we expect the device to get launched by the end of this month or early next month.

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Check Out GearBest Epic Tablet Accessories Sale; Get Up To 40% Off On Leading Brands

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Vinay Patel

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Apr 11, 2018

If you’re looking to buy a high-end tablet, tablet accessories or gear gadgets without emptying your pocket, look no further. GearBest is giving gadget buffs an opportunity to save up to 40% on a broad range of tablets and other items.

In order to simplify the search process, GearBest has split these products into multiple categories. Here’s a brief glimpse of what some of these categories have to offer.

Buy 1 & Get 1 Free

When you purchase the CHUWI LapBook, you’d also get the CHUWI sleeve case gift packs for 12.3-inch laptops without spending even a single dime. Note that the laptop sleeve would normally set you back $44.12.

The CHUWI LapBook which usually bears a price tag of $413.29 on GearBest is currently up for grabs for a lowered price of $358.99. While you’d normally spend $457.41 to buy the two items, you end up saving $98.42 thanks to the promo.

Limited Flash Sale

This category is crammed with all sorts of laptops that you can buy at a discounted price on GearBest. For instance, the Acer VX5 – 591G – 58AX gaming laptop which sells for $1136.31 on the site, can now be yours if you’re willing to shell out just $888.99.
GearBest is handing out 22% discount on the device’s retail price for 3 days. Note that this Flash Sale price will only be valid for the remaining 18 pieces of the black-tinted gaming laptop.

Xiaomi

GearBest is giving buyers a chance to get their hands select Xiaomi-branded devices at a lowered price. It’s worth noting that the Chinese smartphone and laptop manufacturer is quite popular among gadget lovers.

Lining with this, you can buy the Xiaomi Mi Notebook Air at a Flash Sale price of only $865.99 for 3 days. The promo is valid for the remaining (deep gray and silver color version) 100 pieces of the cost-effective notebook.

Ultimate Accessories

This section boasts an array of highly useful accessories. More importantly, GearBest is offering considerable discounts on some of the items featured in this section.

For example, you can buy the Double-protection Back Case with Bracket for Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 at a slashed price of $6.10 on GearBest. This is a 36% reduction in the item’s retail price of $9.55 and it will be valid for the remaining 8 pieces of the back case.

Aside from that, GearBest is offering massive discounts on leading brands such as MSI, Chuwi, Teclast, GPD, and Lenovo. There are other lesser-known brands including fnf Ifive, Onda, PIPO and lots more.

You can head straight to this link in order to check out rest of the brands and take advantage of the deal before it comes to an end. Note that the discounted products are likely to retain their original asking price as soon as the promotion wraps up.

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