Snapdragon 845 Powered Chromebooks May Launch in 2018

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Dec 22, 2017

Various flagship phones coming in 2017 are expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 845 chipset. At the beginning of next year, consumers will be able to lay their hands on Snapdragon 835 powered Always Connected PCs. Recent reports have also revealed that Snapdragon 845 notebooks will also arrive in the second half of next year.

According to XDA Developers, the Chromium commits that it has come across have suggested that even Chromebooks powered by Snapdragon 845 may arrive in the next year. One of the commits refers to a new board called “cheza” and the follow-up commit indicates that “Cheza” is a board overlay for a reference device that is fueled by the Snapdragon 845 chipset.

The HP Envy x12 and ASUS NovaGO that are fueled by Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 have shown how smoothly they can run on Windows 10. The chipset offers gigabit LTE connectivity and battery life that is said four times better than new smartphones. The new Snapdragon 845 is even more capable at handling the Windows 10 OS. Since the Chrome OS is a lighter OS than Windows 10, the Snapdragon 845 powered devices running on it are expected to deliver stellar performance.

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Save $80 When You Buy Ulefone Power 3 4G Phablet On GearBest

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 22, 2017

Deemed as one of China’s biggest manufacturers of high-end mobile devices and accessories, Ulefone Mobile is currently offering its recently-unveiled Power 3 4G Phablet for a discounted price on GearBest.

The device’s original asking price of $299.99 will be reduced to $219.99. The promo kicks off on Monday, December 25 and is slated to end on January 2, 2018.

Customers buying the Power 3 smartphone on GearBest will receive a slew of free gifts including a protective case, protective film, a Type C to 3.5mm headphone adapter, and micro USB Type-C adapter.Buyers will also get all accessories of Ulefone Power 3 smartphone, but more importantly, they’ll save $80 by purchasing Ulefone Power 3 via GearBest.

Sporting a 6.0-inch 18:9 all-screen design, Ulefone Power 3 is backed by a robust 6080mAh battery. The handset packs Helio P23 64-bit octa-core processor, paired with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal memory, under the hood.
Touted as world’s first MT6763 18:9, 4-camera, big battery flagship, Ulefone Power 3 smartphone runs on Android 7.1. The device also features Face ID and Fingerprint ID. You can apply coupon code ‘UlePower3’ while checking out and buy the device for just $219.99. You can head straight to this link to check out the offer.

Get A Massive Discount Off The Ulefone Power 3 4G Phablet On GearBest

OnePlus 6 Could Release Early In 2018, Underglass Fingerprint Sensor Expected

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Joel Joseph

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Dec 22, 2017

OnePlus ‘ 5T launch in November wasn’t a surprise given that the company did the same last year. However, the phone could be one of the shortest flagships launched recently as our source has given us a few details about the upcoming OnePlus 6 flagship. While some might say that it is too early to call this phone as upcoming, our source reveals that OnePlus is planning to launch the OnePlus 6 as early as March of 2018. The launch is said to be sometime in the middle of March, with the phone becoming available by the end of the month.

As for the specs, our source reveals that the OnePlus 6 will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset. This isn’t surprising given that Oneplus flagships are known to come with the latest flagship chips from Qualcomm. However, our source further adds that the phone will feature an underglass fingerprint sensor. The current OnePlus 5T features the fingerprint sensor on the back, which isn’t really an ideal position. Many prefer the sensor on the front and an underglass fingerprint sensor would make things easier as it can easily be installed on the front without having the sacrifice the full-screen design.

It might be too early to say that the above information is going to be 100% true, but it is worth mentioning that our source has been right about OnePlus flagships before. We revealed details of the OnePlus 5T smartphone way before anyone else and we are pretty confident that the above information is also solid.

Alleged Nokia E71 (2018) 4G Feature Phone’s Specs Leaked, May Debut with Nokia 9

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 22, 2017

HMD Global is rumored to debut a couple of new phones such as Nokia 6 (2018), Nokia 8 (2018) and Nokia 9 at the start of 2018. It is also speculated to be working on a new 4G feature phone after meeting with success by the launch of Nokia 3310 (2017) this year. Recent reports have revealed that the rumored 4G feature phone has already received FCC and Bluetooth SIG certification. Fresh information suggests that the upcoming 4G feature phone from HMD Global could be the revamped edition of the Nokia E71 Qwerty keyboard enabled phone from 2008.

Nokia E71 (2018) is expected to house a 3.5-inch touchscreen display that will be delivering a resolution of 480p. The Snapdragon 205 chipset by Qualcomm that is designed to bring 4G LTE on low-budget and feature phones is speculated to power the Nokia E71 (2018) along with 1 GB RAM.

The E71 (2018) is expected to feature an internal storage of 8 GB and it may also allow users to take advantage of additional storage through the microSD card slot. It is likely to be fitted with a rear-mounted camera of 3-megapixel. It is expected to arrive in single-SIM and dual-SIM options in different markets.

As of this writing, there is no official confirmation from HMD Global on the existence of the Nokia E71 (2018). Rumors have it that the Finnish company may not release the phone in the home market of China. The Chinese media claims that the phone may cost around 2,000 Yuan (~$300). Such a pricing may not attract buyers as there many smartphones from popular brands like Huawei and Xiaomi that are priced around 1,000 Yuan (~$150). Hence, the Finnish firm will have to price the Nokia E71 (2018) well under 1,000 Yuan (~$150) to entice a lot of buyers.

The Nokia 9 flagship is speculated to debut as early as January 2018. There is a possibility that the company may unveil it alongside the Nokia 9.

What’s your opinion on the rumored specs of the Nokia E71 (2018)? Let us know your thoughts by adding your comments below.

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Zanco Tiny T1 is World’s Smallest Mobile Phone Priced at $40

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 22, 2017

Zanco may not be a well-known name in the world of mobile phones. Since this U.K based company has started a Kickstarter campaign for the world’s smallest mobile phone called tiny t1, it is gradually gaining popularity. The tiny t1 is indeed very small as it measures 46.7 x 21x 12mm and weighs 12 grams.

Most smartphone OEMs are now launching full screen design smartphones that feature larger displays that are packed inside compact bodies by cutting down the size of the bezels. On the contrary, Zanco’s tiny t1 is a thumb-sized phone that is lighter than a coin. The phone is built for voice calls and sending text messages.

The tiny t1 supports a single nano SIM that allow users to store up to 300 contacts in the phonebook. Also, it can store up to 50 text messages. It can show 50 incoming and outgoing phone numbers in the call register by using its 32 MB inbuilt storage.

The tiny t1 is driven by MediaTek MTK6261D chipset that is coupled with 32 MB of RAM. It features a 0.49-inch OLED display that offers a resolution of 64 x 32 pixels. It is fueled by a 2,00mAh battery that offers a standby time of 3 days and a talk time of 180 minutes. It is equipped with a T9 backlit keyboard, a loudspeaker and a mic.

For connectivity, the tiny t1 offers features like 2G (two band frequencies – 850/1900 and 900/1800), Bluetooth and microUSB. The handset does not support 3G and 4G network frequencies. Hence, it does not support internet connectivity.

The tiny t1 can be a great secondary phone. The company claims since it is so small, it can be easily carried in pocket while jogging, running, cycling and walking. Through the Kickstarter campaign, the company has set a goal of $33,480. As of this writing, it has accumulated $44,817 from pledgers. It is available with a pre-order price tag of $40 and its shipment is expected to begin in May 2018 across the world.

Customers who are interested in purchasing should check whether their network providers are still offering 2G services. In the U.S, AT&T has shut down 2G services. Verizon will be closing 2G services in December 2019 and T-Mobile will be ending it in 2020. Australian services providers have already shut down 2G services. In the U.K. and Europe, Vodafone will be offering 2G services until 2025.

What do you think about this small mobile phone? Will you consider buying it? Share us your views by adding your comments below.

GeekBuying Year End Sale Offers Massive Discounts On Wearable Devices

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 22, 2017

As part of its Year End Sale, GeekBuying is offering a huge discount on wearables, which has been divided into four categories including 0.99 Deals, Smart Watches, Smart Bracelets, and the last category comprises Watches and Jewelry.

0.99 Deals

The 0.99 deals feature a Gold Red tinted, adjustable PU leather strap with metal case for Xiaomi Miband / 1S Smart Bracelets. Thanks to a massive 92% discount, you can now get your hands on this item for just $0.99. The original asking price for this item is $12.99. There were only 3 pieces left at the time of writing.Additionally, there’s also a Red colored, adjustable PU leather strap with PC case for Xiaomi Miband / 1S Smart Bracelets available. There’s a big 91% discount on this item and you can get your hands on one of 3 remaining pieces by shelling out just $0.99. The original asking price of the item is $10.99.

Smart Watches

You can find some equally-exciting discounts for smartwatches on GeekBuying. Let’s take a look at what the site is currently offering.
First off, we have NeeCoo V3 Bluetooth 4.0 Smart Watch MTK2502C. The device is rife with features such as sleep tracker, heart rate monitor, music player, call reminder, and a phonebook for Android and iOS.

If you buy NeeCoo V3 Bluetooth 4.0 Smart Watch MTK2502C via GeekBuying, you’d be eligible to receive a 53% discount. In order words, you can buy it for just $39.99, which is a considerable reduction from its original $85.32 asking price. There were only 3 pieces left at the time of writing.

About 74 pieces of Makibes UPG06 Sport Smartwatch (Black) are also currently available with a huge 58% discount. It’s worth noting that the item originally sells for $165.99, but you can now buy it for just $69.99 before the promo comes to an end.

Alternatively, you can buy Makibes Talk T1 3G Smartwatch Phone (Black) for just $89.99. The 57% discount promo is slated to end in 3 days and there were only 2 pieces left at the time of writing.

The last available item in Smart Watches category is Black tinted Makibes DM98 3G Smart Watch bearing a discounted price tag of $74.99. If you buy this item via GeekBuying before the promo ends in 3 days, you can avail a 41% discount on its original asking price of $127.66. There was only one piece left at the time of writing.

Smart Bracelets

Three pieces of Bracelet with Bluetooth for Cell Phone (Black) were up for grabs at the time of writing. GeekBuying is offering a massive 76% off the remaining pieces. You can buy Bracelet with Bluetooth for Cell Phone for just $9.99 before the promo ends in 5 days.

Hesvit S3 Bluetooth Smart Bracelet (Black) is up for grabs on GeekBuying for just $39.99. This massive 73% discount is slated to end in 5 days. There were only 4 pieces of the item left.

The item is also available in other color options including Blue, which carries a discounted price tag of $53.49, while the Orange, White, and Red versions can be bought for $79.00.

The next item under smart bracelets category on GeekBuying is Makibes ID107 Smart Bracelet. The device is up for grabs in various color options including Blue, which bears a $14.99 price tag, the Black and Purple version are available for 19.99. The item is also available in Orange for just $9.99 and Green color option for $19.99.

You can also buy Black tinted Makibes E08 Bluetooth 4.0 Sports Smart Bracelet on GeekBuying for just $29. Alternatively, you can go for a Gold colored version of the item by shelling out $25.99. There were only a few pieces of each hue left at the time of writing.

Watches & Jewelry

You can purchase 1669 Retro Neutral Watch with PU Leather Band in 3 different color options on GeekBuying. Color No. 5, 6, and 2 versions of the 1669 Retro Neutral Watch are all available for only $2.79. There were only a few pieces left so interested buyers are advised to head straight to GeekBuying before the promo comes to an end.

You can also buy A002 Fashion Unisex 108 PCS Chinese Knot Bodhi (White) for just $0.99, which is a massive 70% drop from the device’s original asking price of $3.34. Only 3 pieces were left at the time of writing.

You can head straight to this link to avail of some of the biggest discounts available on GeekBuying.

Get Massive Discounts On Wearable Devices On GeekBuying

Samsung Galaxy J2 (2018) Images, Full Specifications Leaked

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 22, 2017

Recent reports have revealed that the Samsung Galaxy J2 (2018) with model number SM-J250 is an upcoming entry-level smartphone from the company. Well-known tipster Roland Quandt has revealed the entire specifications of the smartphone along with its images on a German publication.

The Samsung Galaxy J2 (2018) is expected to arrive with a 5-inch Super AMOLED display that will be supporting qHD resolution of 540 x 960 pixels. The modest Snapdragon 425 chipset will be powering the phone with its 1.4 GHz quad-core processor.

The SoC will be supported by 1.5 GB of RAM and it will be coming with a native storage of 16 GB. It is also expected to feature a microSD card slot and it will arrive preloaded with Android 7.1.1 Nougat OS. For photography, it will be featuring an 8-meapixel rear snapper whereas its front side will be housing a 5-megapixel selfie camera. Both the cameras will be equipped with LED flash.

The connectivity features that will be available on the Galaxy J2 (2018) are dual-SIM support, 3.5mm audio jack, microUSB 2.0, v4.2 Bluetooth, Cat. 4 LTE modem that supports a maximum download speed of 150 Mbps, and Wi-Fi 802.11n. The handset will be featuring a battery of 2,600mAh capacity. The body of the device will be made out of plastic and it will be weighing 153 grams.

Quandt claims that it will be landing in Russia and some emerging markets in the coming weeks. In Russia, the Samsung Galaxy J2 (2018) will be available with a price tag of 8,000 Rubles (~$136). It is expected to come in two color choices like Black and Gold as shown in the above images.

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Giveaway – Win A Chuwi Hi9 Gaming Tablet From Banggood

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Shine Wong

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Dec 22, 2017

Gizmochina along with Banggood is conducting a Chuwi Hi9 gaming tablet as Giveaway gift to one of our lucky readers. Like always, you just have to follow the steps mentioned on the Gleam widget to get a chance to win this amazing phone.

Chuwi Hi9 is new gaming tablet just unveiled in December, and this Hi9 tablet will start global presale on Banggood soon. CHUWI Hi9 comes with MTK8173 Quad Core 1.9GHz CPU processor and Android 7.0 system. Adopts 4GB LPDDR3 RAM and 64GB eMMC Storage enable the tablet run smoothly. 8.4 inch OGS screen with 2560×1600 pixels resolution will give you an perfect visual enjoyment.

Here is the main features of Chuwi Hi9:

8.4 inch OGS screen with 2560×1600 pixel full HD display;
Powered a 1.9GHz MTK MT8173 quad-core processor;
Bulit-in 4GB RAM and 64GB storage inside;
Android Nougut 7.0 OS with full Google Play service
Front Camera: 2MP, Rear Camera: 5MP

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Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018), A8+ (2018) Releasing in First Week of January, Pricing Revealed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 22, 2017

When Samsung had announced the Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018) earlier in this week, it had said that both the smartphones would be released in the market by early January 2018. Fresh information reveals that the Galaxy A8 duo will be coming to its first country in the first week of January.

A press release by Samsung Vietnam has officially confirmed that the Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) would be made available in Vietnam starting from Jan. 6. In Vietnam, the Galaxy A8 (2018) would be priced at around $485 and the larger Galaxy A8+ (2018) would be costing around $595. Both phones will be coming to the country in color choices like Black, Orchid Grey and Gold.

The press release highlights some of the best features that enrich the experience on the 2018 Galaxy A8 phones. Both phones also come with IP68 certified chassis and Always-on Display feature that are available on premium phones like Galaxy S8 and S8+. VDIS (video digital image stabilization) is a feature that stabilizes the camera footage and the Hyperlapse mode lets users to create time-lapse videos. The 2018 Galaxy A8 and A8+ are the first Galaxy A series phones to support Gear VR.

The 2018 Galaxy A8 smartphones look like the Galaxy S8 duo as they feature Infinity Display design. The Galaxy A8 (2018) has a 5.6-inch S-AMOLED display and the Galaxy A8+ (2018) has a 6-inch S-AMOLED display. Both the smartphones support 18.5:9 aspect ratio and support a resolution of 1080 x 2220 pixels.

The Galaxy A8 (2018) has 4 GB of RAM, 32 GB of storage and 3,000mAh battery whereas the Galaxy A8+ (2018) has 6 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage and 3,500mAh battery. Both the phones are equipped with 16-megapixel + 8-megapixel dual front cameras and 16-megapixel rear camera. These phones are pre-installed with Android Nougat OS and also feature rear-mounted fingerprint reader.

In related news, Russian publications are claiming that the Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018) would be coming to Russia starting from Jan. 1. Well-known technology journalist Eldar Murtazin has claimed that the Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018) would be respectively available with a price tag of 34,990 Rubles (~$597) and 37,990 Rubles (~$648).

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Samsung Galaxy A8 vs Oppo R11s: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Dec 21, 2017

By launching the Samsung Galaxy A8, the Korean giant has reinvented its midrange series of phones, even in Europe. It released a device which is not costly like the main flagships, but it is still a great high-end model with advanced performances. Oppo R11s is actually the best phone launched by Oppo together with its Plus version, and it belongs to the same genre of phones: high-ends at an affordable price. Let’s see which is better with a Samsung Galaxy A8 vs Oppo R11s comparison.

Samsung Galaxy A8 vs Oppo R11s

	Samsung Galaxy A8	Oppo R11s
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	149.2 x 70.6 x 8.4 mm	155.1 x 75.5 x 7.1 mm, 153 g
DISPLAY	5.6 inches, 1080 x 2220p (Full HD+), 18.5:9 ratio, Super AMOLED	6.01 inches, 1080 x 2160p (Full HD+), 18:9 ratio, AMOLED
PROCESSOR	octa-core Samsung Exynos 7885, 2.2 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 660, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY	4 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD slot
SOFTWARE	Android 7.1.1 Nougat, Samsung Experience	Android 7.1.1 Nougat, ColorOS 3.2
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
CAMERA	16 MP f/1.7 Dual 16 + 8 MP f/1.9 front camera	Dual 16 + 20 MP, f/1.7 20 MP front camera
BATTERY	3000 mAh, Fast charging	3200 mAh, Fast battery charging (VOOC Flash Charge) 5V / 4A
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM, IP68 certified	Hybrid Dual SIM

Samsung Galaxy A8 surely has better aesthetics. Oppo R11s is a simple full metal unibody phone, while Samsung Galaxy A8 is made of metal for the frame and glass for the back cover, and it is also IP68 certified. This means that the handset is waterproof just like Samsung Galaxy S8: you can put it underwater up to 1.5 meters deep, for 30 minutes at max. Samsung Galaxy A8 is a more compact phone, but it also has a smaller display: a 5.6-inch panel against the 6 inches of Oppo R11s. Both are AMOLED displays and they will probably offer a similar viewing quality, but A8 has slightly more pixels due to the 18.5:9 aspect ratio.

On the other hand, we think that Oppo R11s may offer better performances and will be more efficient thanks to its Snapdragon 660 SoC which has proved to have incredible performance. It is still impossible to compare the cameras as there are no samples shot by the A8, but we can predict an awesome challenge as these handsets are two excellent camera phones. The batteries have the same capacity, so the battery life will not differ so much. At last, while Samsung Galaxy A8 has a dedicated slot for micro SD, Oppo R11s has a hybrid dual SIM slot.

The Samsung Galaxy A8 is coming to Europe with a price of 500 euros (589 dollars) for the base variant with 3 GB of RAM, while Oppo R11s is available in Asia only with a price of 420 euros (500 dollars). Samsung Galaxy A8 appears slightly better, while Oppo R11s has a higher value for money. Both the handsets are a great choice.

Samsung Galaxy A8 vs Oppo R11s: PRO and CONS

Samsung Galaxy A8

PRO

Waterproof
Good design and build quality
Great camera
Dedicated micro SD slot

CONS

Higher price than Oppo R11s

Oppo R11s

PRO

Wide display
Great Performance
Nice camera
Affordable price

CONS

Limited availability

Samsung Display Will Supply Apple Almost 200 million OLED Screens Next Year

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Habeeb Onawole

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Dec 21, 2017

It is no news that Apple sources for some of its components from Samsung, key being displays. This year, Samsung’s display arm shipped 50 million screens for the iPhone X and that number is expected to quadruple next year.

Apple iPhone X OLED display — The iPhone X’s display is supplied by Samsung

Samsung wears the crown of king of displays and doesn’t fail to show it off with every flagship it makes. It also doesn’t mind supplying its biggest rival, as Apple’s orders bring in a large chunk of revenue.

The panel used for the iPhone X is said to cost about $110. If it will be increasing its shipments to Apple by nearly 400% next year, that means it is looking at a revenue of almost $22 billion.

The increase in orders is said to be as a result of the increase in yield rate of the displays which is now close to 90%. The Korea Herald reports that the high yield rate means Samsung can produce up to 224 million 6-inch panels per year.

While the figure above is a lot of money, Samsung knows this deal won’t last forever. Apple has invested in LG’s display arm and is looking to switch to the other Korean giant come 2019. Both companies are also working on a foldable iPhone which is rumored to launch in 2020.

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Xiaomi Mi Max 3 To Feature 7-Inch 18:9 Display And Dual Cameras

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Jeet

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Dec 21, 2017

Xiaomi’s Mi Max phablet, which was launched in the year 2016 became a popular device, especially among the multimedia users. This year, the company launched its successor, dubbed as Mi Max 2 with upgraded specifications. Now, according to the latest reports, the company is now working on the Mi Max 3.

The Xiaomi Mi Max 3 will reportedly come with major upgrades to keep the devices in line with the current trends. The phone is expected to come with an even bigger display size of 7-inch. This is interesting as the 7-inch devices usually fall under the tablet category. The Full HD+ display will have a screen resolution of 2160 × 1080 pixels and 18:9 aspect ratio.

The phablet is likely to be powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 660 chipset. Currently, we don’t have information regarding the RAM and internal storage capacity on the device. With dual camera setup at the back of the device getting mainstream, the Mi Max 3 is expected to come equipped with the same.

Looking at the recently leaked images of the phone, the dual camera module will be placed at the top-left corner, along with an LED flash. The company is expected to employ a high-resolution camera sensor coupled with a depth sensor, or a wide-angle lens with a telephoto lens.

The phone is expected to pack a 5,500mAh battery which will also support Quick Charge 3.0 as well as reverse charging. While there are no details available about the software used, we are expecting the phablet to run Android Nougat based MIUI 9. Looking at the past launch dates, we are expecting this Mi Max 3 to launch in the middle of the next year.

The Mi Max 2 features a 6.44-inch Full HD with 1920 x 1080 pixels screen resolution. It is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor, paired with 4GB RAM. There is a 12-megapixel rear camera and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. The phone runs Android Nougat 7.1.1 layered with MIUI 8 on top and is fuelled by a 5,300mAh battery.

Honor AM51 Bluetooth Speaker Launched: ¥199 Price & IP5X Rating

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Habeeb Onawole

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Dec 21, 2017

When Huawei released the Enjoy 7S earlier this week, it also announced the Huawei 7 power bank too. Today, its sub-brand Honor unveiled the Honor 9 Lite/Youth Edition and alongside it, the Honor AM51 bluetooth speaker.

The Honor AM51 Speaker has a lot going for it. From its donut-like shape like the UE Roll or Google Home Mini to its cool colors and affordable price, it sure ticks all the boxes. Let’s not also forget its IP5X rating which means its safe for poolside parties or your solo shower performances.

The Honor AM51 has a TPU shell for the lower half and a fabric-like mesh covering at the top. It also has a shoelace-like strap for carrying or for hanging. The buttons are on the lower half and are raised so you should be able to find them even in the dark. There is also a microphone which means you can use it to make and receive calls.

The speaker comes with a 700mAh battery that lasts up to 8.5hrs on a single charge. Charging is via a micro USB port covered by a flap. The speaker connects via Bluetooth 4.1, has a 10m range and a power rating of 3.5W. It weighs ~190g and measures 100 x 100 x 42mm.

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Xiaomi Mi 6X Back Cover Leaked, Reveals iPhone X Like Dual Camera Setup

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Jeet

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Dec 21, 2017

Lately, Xiaomi — the China-based smartphone manufacturer has been aggressively launching new devices. The company is now gearing up to launch its flagship smartphone next year — Xiaomi Mi 7. However, according to the latest leak, the company is also working on Mi 6X.

An image of the phone’s back cover has been leaked online which allegedly belongs to the upcoming Xiomi Mi 6X smartphone. This is the first time we are hearing about the Mi 6X, which is supposed to be an upgraded model of Mi 6, the company’s current flagship device.

The leaked image suggests that the phone will come with a dual camera setup at the back with two camera sensor stacked vertically. The camera module will be placed at the top-left corner, similarly to what we saw on Apple’s iPhone X.

There is a big circular hole in the middle of the back cover, which we are assuming is for the fingerprint sensor. Apart from that, this transparent silicone case also shows the phone’s buttons placed on the right. It seems that there is a speaker grill at the bottom, along with a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Given that the fingerprint sensor is placed at the back, there is a possibility that the phone will feature a full-screen bezel-less display — similar to what we saw on the recently launched Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus.

The Mi 5X was launched in July earlier this year, so if the company is indeed working on the Mi 6X smartphone, we are expecting it to get launched in mid-2018. It will be interesting given that the company would have already launched its next-generation flagship smartphone Mi 7.

Xiaomi Mi 7 is expected to come with a 5.65-inch display whereas the Mi 7 Plus may feature a large 6.01-inch screen. Both the phones are rumoured to support 18:9 aspect ratio. The Mi 7 may include a battery of 3,200mAh capacity whereas the larger Mi 7 Plus may feature a 3,500mAh battery. These devices are also rumoured to support wireless charging.

The recently announced Snapdragon 845 chipset is likely to be the driving force for the smartphones, along with 6GB RAM. Both smartphone models are expected to house dual rear cameras featuring Sony IMX380 and IMX350 sensors.

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10.or D Budget Smartphone Launched In India, Price Starts At Rs. 4,999

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Jeet

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Dec 21, 2017

Smartphone brand 10.or (pronounced Tenor), which forayed into the Indian market earlier this year with a focus on the budget segment, has today launched its third smartphone in the country, dubbed as 10.or D.

Earlier, in September this year, the company had launched two budget smartphones — 10.or E and 10.or G. This newly launched smartphone — 10.or D has been developed in partnership with Longcheer. It is part of the company’s Crafted for Amazon programme, which features products that have been made in India and designed for India.

The 10.or D comes with a 5.2-inch HD display with a screen resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels. The phone is powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 425 quad-core processor, clocked at 1.4GHz, coupled with Adreno 308 GPU.

There are two models — one comes with 2GB RAM and 16GB internal storage while the other packs 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. It also comes with a microSD card slot, allowing users to further expand the storage capacity.

The phone sports a 13-megapixel rear camera with autofocus and an LED flash. On the front, there is a 5-megapixel selfie camera. The device runs Android 7.1.2 Nougat operating system out-of-the-box. There’s also a fingerprint scanner, which the company says can unlock the phone in just 0.2 seconds.

The device is fuelled by a 3,500mAh battery, which the company claims can deliver up to two days of battery life on a single charge. Further, the battery is rated to deliver 70 hours of MP3 playback time, 10 hours of Web browsing, and up to 25 hours of talk time.

The 10.or D smartphone is priced at Rs. 4,999 (approximately $78) for the 2GB RAM model while the 3GB RAM variant costs Rs. 5,999 (approximately $94). The phone will be available for purchase from 5th January 2018, exclusively through Amazon India.

Amazon Prime subscribers, who purchase this smartphone, will receive one year of additional warranty on the device. Given the phone’s specifications and pricing, it will compete against the like of Xiaomi Redmi 5A.

India Gets Vivo V7 in Energetic Blue

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Habeeb Onawole

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Dec 21, 2017

India is the new love of Chinese manufacturers and they are not afraid to show it with the first and sometimes exclusive releases they are getting. Vivo yesterday announced that its mid-range Vivo V7 will now be available in Energetic Blue.

When the Vivo V7 was unveiled last month, it was only available in Matte Black and Champagne Gold. Now interested buyers can pick up the full-screen smartphone in a third color option.

The Energetic Blue Vivo V7 is now available on Amazon India and Flipkart at a discounted price of Rs. 18,990 instead of Rs. 19,990.

The specs remain the same as the other color variants. You get a 5.7-inch 1440 x 720 display, a Snapdragon 450 processor, 4GB of RAM and 32GB of expandable storage.

The selling point of the phone is its 24MP front facing camera with support for portrait mode and live photos and a dedicated selfie flash. You also get a 16MP camera on the rear and a fingerprint scanner.

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Honor 9 Lite Officially Announced with 18:9 Screen, Quad Cameras

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 21, 2017

The Honor 9 was unveiled in June this year and today the company has officially announced its stripped-down edition with Honor 9 Lite moniker (also known as Honor 9 Youth Edition). Compared to the Honor 9 that came with a traditional 16:9 and dual rear-facing cameras, the newly unveiled Honor 9 Lite features an 18:9 display and quad cameras.

Honor 9 Lite Specifications and Features

The Honor 9 Lite measures 151 x 71.9 x 7.6mm and weighs 149 grams. The handset features 2.5D curved glass panels on its front and rear sides. It comes in color choices like Navy Blue, Seagull Gray, Magic Nightfall (Black), and Pearl White.

It houses a 5.65-inch IPS LCD screen that produces a Full HD+ resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels and it produces an aspect ratio of 18:9. Compared to Honor 9 Lite, the Honor 9 measures 143.3 x 70.9 x 7.5mm and it houses a 5.15-inch Full HD display.

The Kirin 659 chipset that includes a 2.36 GHz octa-core processor powers the 3 GB RAM and 4 GB RAM variants of Honor 9 Lite. It is the same chipset that has been used by Huawei phones Enjoy 7s, Mate 10 Lite, Maimang 6 and Nova 2i. It also powers Honor branded phones like Honor 9i and Honor 7X. It comes in storage choices of 32 GB and 64 GB and it also includes a microSD card slot. The smartphone is powered by 3,000mAh battery that is equipped with an intelligent power saving feature.

The Honor 9 Lite is blessed with quad cameras. The dual cameras sitting on the front includes a 13-megapixel sensor and a 2-megapixel sensor. A same configuration dual camera setup resides on the back panel of the phone. The dual lenses are equipped with features like PDAF, HDR, digital zoom, panorama 3D Beauty, bokeh effect photography, Smile Capture, Voice Camera, Watermark, Burst Shot and Slow-Motion video shooting. Due to the full screen design of the phone, Honor has decided to place the fingerprint scanner on the backside of the Honor 9 Lite.

The handset comes loaded with the latest EMUI 8.0 skin that is placed over the Android 8.0 Oreo OS. It comes with usually connectivity features like 3.5mm audio jack, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, 4.2 Bluetooth, USB-C and GPS. However, it does not support 4G+ and NFC. Other features available on the phone include Histen 3D audio by Huawei, Read Mode and Dynamic Wallpaper that change automatically according to the time of the day.

Honor 9 Lite Pricing and Availability

The registrations of the Honor 9 Lite has started on the Huawei Mall from today and other retailing partner sites like Vmall. The 32 GB storage + 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage + 4 GB RAM variants are respectively priced at 1,499 Yuan (~$227) and 1,799 Yuan (~$273). The low-end variant featuring 32 GB storage + 3 GB RAM is priced at 1,199 Yuan (~$182). The official sales of the smartphone will begin on Dec. 26 in China starting at 10:08 AM. Shortly later, it will be released in 14 countries including India, Russia and the U.K.

What do you think about the Honor 9 Lite’s specifications and pricing? Share us your thoughts by posing your comments below.

Buy Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X On Banggood By Shelling Out Just $116.10

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 21, 2017

Xiaomi launched its Redmi Note 4X smartphone in February 2017. The phone sported a 5.5-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 1080X1920 pixels at 403 PPI (pixels per inch).

The Redmi Note 4X, the upgraded version of the well-received Redmi Note 4 is currently available on Banggood for $136.59, which is a considerable drop from its original asking price of $174.02. The budget smartphone is backed by a robust 4100mAh non-removable battery and it packs a powerful 2GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor, under the hood.

While the already-discounted price is a real steal, you can use coupon code ‘12BGN4X316’ and get an additional $20.49 discount, and bring down your order’s grand total to just $116.10. On top of that, Banggood also gives you 136 Banggood points for buying the Redmi Note 4X smartphone via their website.

You can head straight to this link to purchase Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X smartphone while it’s still available.

Buy The Redmi Note 4X Smartphone On Banggood For Just $116.10

You Can Now Buy ViewFlex VF-G PRO 3 For Only $239 On TomTop

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 21, 2017

An ideal choice for action camera video shooting, ViewFlex VF-G PRO 3-axis is available on TomTop for just $239.00, which is a 26% reduction from its original asking price of $319.08.

Once ordered, the device is usually dispatched from the warehouse in China within 72 hours and shipped within 7 to 20 business days.

The package comprises user manual in English and Chinses, USB cable, battery charger, battery and 3 axes Gimbal that can calibrate shaking automatically. With the help of the 4-way joystick, you can change shooting angle without breaking much of a sweat.
The VF-G PRO is crammed with features such as quick Hand-positioning (used in locking mode), LED lamp for a night shoot, auto correction, auto 360° pan shooting, and following/half-following/locking modes that offer a superior video shooting experience.

During check out, apply coupon code ‘VEG50’ to get a $50 discount for ViewFlex VF-G PRO 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer. You can click here to avail the discount on TomTop before the sale ends.

Buy ViewFlex VF-G PRO 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer For $239.00

Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro Available On Discount On GeekBuying

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 21, 2017

If you have been waiting with bated breath to get your hands on the Mi Notebook Pro from Xiaomi, here’s some good news for you.

The astounding piece of tech manufactured by Beijing-based electronics and software firm, Xiaomi is currently up for grabs for just $1079.99 on GeekBuying. Check out the various options available.

Option 1: You get a 32% discount that lets you buy the device for $839.99. The laptop’s original asking price is $1242.99. In terms of specs, you get Intel Core i5-8250U processor with 8GB/256GB of RAM and internal storage. The promo ends in 4 days.

Option 2: You save 19% on this option. The Mi Notebook Pro is up for grabs for $989.99, but there’s just 1 day left before the promo comes to an end. You get Intel Core i5-8250U processor with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

Option 3: With 16% discount, you can buy the device for $1029.99. This promo is nearing its end with just a few hours left at the time of writing. You get Intel Core i5-8250U processor with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

Option 4: Alternatively, you can pre-order Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro by shelling out 969.99. The device will come with Intel Core i7-8250U processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of ROM.

Option 5: If you’re willing to spend 1079.99, you can go for the Mi Notebook Pro model that packs Intel Core i7-8250U processor, coupled with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of internal memory, under the hood. The promo ends in 4 days.

Option 6: With 32% discount, the last option lets you buy the Mi Notebook Pro for $1099.99. The original asking price of the device is $1625.99. This promo ends in 2 days. Along with Intel Core i7-8250U processor, you get 16GB of RAM and 256GB of internal memory if you choose this option.

You can use coupon code ‘GKBMI16G’ while checking out to avail further discount, but bear in mind that the coupon code is not valid for orders less than $1049. You can head straight to this link to buy Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro.

Get A Considerable 32% Discount On GeekBuying For Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro