HTC has announced that it has an event on the 2nd of November. The Taiwanese manufacturer is expected to unveil two smartphones – the HTC U11 Life and HTC U11 Plus, on that day.
New info from Evan Blass (@Evleaks) has revealed that only the Android One HTC U11 Life will be unveiled. So if you have been looking forward to the full-screen U11 Plus, you may have to wait a little longer.
The HTC U11 Life is a mid-ranger phone under the Android One program. This year, Google’s Android One phones have shifted from entry level devices to the mid-range category. The entry-level category, we presume will be covered by the Android Go program, a specially designed version of Android for devices with 1GB RAM or less.
The HTC U11 Life will be the first Android One phone to run Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box. It will have a 5.2” FHD screen, 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. Chip of choice is the Snapdragon 630 which will draw power from a 2,600mAh battery.
The HTC 2Q4D200 has been seen on the website of Chinese certification agency TENAA. The phone has the same design as the upcoming HTC U11 Plus full-screen flagship from the Taiwanese manufacturer but the display listed on TENAA is the same as that of the U11.
The HTC 2Q4D200 has a 5.5-inch 1440 x 2560 display. It is powered by an octa-core processor clocked at 1.9GHz for the 4GB RAM model and 2.36GHz for the 6GB RAM variant. Storage is listed as 64GB and 128GB.
The phone has a 12MP rear camera and an 8MP camera. Images provided show that there is a fingerprint scanner below the rear camera.
The HTC 2Q4D200 runs Android 8.0 Oreo and has a 3,830mAh battery. It measures 153.99 x 75.99 x 9.2 mm and weighs 170g. The length and width are exactly the same as that of the HTC U11. The extra thickness can be attributed to the larger battery capacity. TENAA also says the phone will come in black, blue, and white.
This is not the first time we have seen the HTC 2Q4D200. Three weeks ago it was seen on the China Compulsory Certification website were it was revealed that it will have fast charging.
Yesterday we reported that a Redmi MET7 phone was seen on TENAA. We didn’t have the full specs then as it wasn’t yet “fully entered” into the database. Today full details are now available along with a second model, the Redmi MEE7. Both phones differ with respect to memory and storage configuration only.
The Redmi MET7 and Redmi MEE7 both have 5.99-inch TFT displays with a 2160 x 1080 resolution and an 18:9 aspect ratio. This is different from the 5.7” HD+ it was speculated to have.
The MET7 and MEE7 are powered by a 2.0GHz octa-core processor. The cameras on both devices are the same too. You get a 12MP rear camera and a 5MP sensor for the front camera. Battery capacity is 4,000mAh and there is Android 7.1.2 pre-installed.
Where both phones differ is in the memory configuration. The Redmi MET7 packs 4GB RAM and 64GB of storage while the Redmi MEE7 has 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. Both phones have a MicroSD card slot for up to an additional 128GB.
Hisense is a state-owned Chinese company that has interests in electronics and other goods but lately, the company has delved deeper into the smartphone industry. The selfie-centric Hisense H10 was released not too long ago, as well as the Hisense A2 Pro and a couple of others. In keeping up with the latest trend, Hisense has got a full-screen model in the works and that model has just been certified by TENAA.
The device is identified with the model number Hisense HLTE300T and it packs a 5.99-inch IPS display with HD+ resolution of 1440 x 720 pixels. Lest we abuse the name bezel-less phone, the Hisense model is not a bezel-less model as it has a generous amount of bezels on all sides. However, the phone has a high screen-to-body ratio which makes it a full-screen model. The device will be available in Coral Blue and Star Gray colour variants when launched. It also has a dimension of 159.46 x 76.1 x 7.9mm, weighing 159g.
Going further, the Hisense HLTE300T packs a generous 3,400mAh battery and runs on Android 7.1.2 Nougat out of the box. The device features a 1.4GHz processor and two storage variants. There is a 3GB RAM + 32GB storage combo as well as a 4GB RAM + 64GB storage version. Both storages can be expanded up to 128GB via microSD. We don’t know when the new Hisense model would be officially unveiled but the TENAA appearance could be an indication that its launch is imminent.
Just a few days after the Vivo Y66i and A75 were both certified by TENAA and thus listed on the agency’s website, two new models – Vivo Y66i A and Vivo Y75A have appeared on TENAA as well. The two models are undoubtedly variants of the Y66i and Y75 and pack similar specifications as the earlier variants, placing them in the mid-range category.
The Vivo Y66i A listed as sporting a 5.5-inch display with HD resolution (1,280 x 720 pixels). The device is powered by an unspecified chipset with a 1.4GHz quad-core processor. The processor is backed by 3 GB of RAM. THe phone comes with a 322GB internal storage which is also expandable via a microSD card slot.
Furthermore, the Y66i A runs on Android 7.1.2 Nougat and that will likely not be stock Android. On the camera aspect, the Vivo Y66iA packs an 8MP rear camera as well as a 5MP front-facing camera. The device will be fueled by a 2,930mAh battery. Interestingly both models are listed to come in Rose Gold colour which may be just one of its colour options.
On the other hand, the Vivo Y75A has a similar configuration as the Y75. They are both listed with a 5.7-inch display with a resolution of 1440 x 720 pixels and this is a reflection of the full-screen design it features. The Y75A is powered by an unnamed 2.0 GHz quad-core processor. The processor is paired with a 3GB RAM and there is 32GB of expandable storage onboard. The device is listed with an 8MP main camera, interpolated to 13MP while at the front there is equally an 8MP camera interpolated to 16MP. The device runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat and gets its juice from a 2,900mAh battery. It comes in Gold colour but this should also be one of the available colour variants.
LG Electronics has announced that it will jointly work with chipmaker Qualcomm for researching and developing technologies related to autonomous driving.
Both tech giants will now be involved in developing telecoms solution for autonomous driving. We will see the integration of LG’s strength in connected car parts and Qualcomm’s advanced communications chipset technology.
They have jointly opened a research centre in Seoul. It is now planning to set up another such centre in Seoul by the end of 2018. The collaboration will be based out of LG Electronics’ Science Park in Seoul.
In the research centre, both the companies will be working on developing 5G technology for vehicle and C-V2X (Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything) technologies that are said to be essential for the next-generation autonomous vehicles.
Kim Jin-Yong, executive vice president of LG‘s Vehicle Components Smart Business Unit, said,
LG plans to lead the next-generation vehicle components market by combining our experience in automotive communication technologies with Qualcomm’s advanced connected solutions from LTE to 5G. We are optimistic that the combined research strength of Qualcomm and LG will yield benefits that would not be feasible working independently.
Nakul Duggal, vice president of product management, Qualcomm Technologies, said,
With the automotive industry on a clear path to 5G, we look forward to working together with LG to meet the demands of today’s drivers and advance the commercialization of C-V2X technology in next-gen vehicles.
The technology for the fully connected car platform is expected to have 5 times faster speed and ten times lower latency than the quickest LTE technology. This will ensure that it delivers data at speeds that are essential for real-life driving situations.
Both the companies will also research other wireless technologies that will be needed for the safety of connected cars.
LG has been a components supplier for electric vehicles such as GM’s Bolt. It could become a major player in the connected car parts sector due to its vertical integration with affiliates for battery, display and camera modules.
On the other hand, Qualcomm is already the world’s leading smartphone chipset maker. The company recently revealed its first dedicated C-V2X chip aiming to make autonomous driving safer.
Most manufacturers have jumped on to the full-screen train releasing models that cut across all categories. Xiaomi’s Mi MIX 2 is its only 18:9 phone but that may change soon as a full-screen Redmi phone has been seen on TENAA.
The Redmi phone with model number MET7 has smaller bezels compared to its predecessors but not as thin as we have seen on some other phones. It is easy to see that the display has an 18:9 aspect ratio. There are no markings on the lower bezel to signify that it has capacitive buttons so this should be on-screen buttons like the MI MIX 2.
The back of the phone still has that familiar Redmi look but seems to have been slightly redesigned. The back looks curvier to make handling easy and the antenna lines are not as thick. There is a single rear camera with a LED flash and fingerprint scanner below it, all three are arranged vertically. Towards the bottom is theMi logo.
The specifications of the Redmi MET7 are unknown as TENAA has not “fully added” it to its database yet. However, Weibo user @grass grass grass says the Redmi phone may launch with the 14nm Snapdragon 450 processor. The SD450 is an octa-core chip, taking over from the 28nm SD435 as the new entry level king.
After a series of leaks related to Oppo‘s upcoming smartphone — Oppo F5, we now have a leaked promotional video of the device. It seems that the video is promoting the selfie camera on the phone.
The promo video of the device, which has been leaked on Instagram, features Indonesian stars Chelsea Islan and Raline Shah. They are seen talking about their perception of beauty.
At the end of the video, it shows the slogan “Capture the real you” and the date November 13, which we are assuming is the date on which the Oppo F5 will go on sale.
After seeing the phone in the video, it seems that the previous leaks related to the Oppo F5 were accurate. The smartphone is expected to come with a metal build design.
Recently, it was reported that the Oppo F5 will launch in three versions — the standard F5, F5 6GB and F5 Youth.
The Oppo F5 will come with 4GB RAM and will be available in Gold and Black colors. The Oppo F5 6GB will come with 6GB RAM + 64GB ROM, in Red and Black colors, while the Oppo F5 Youth will have a 16-megapixel front-facing camera and will come in Gold and Black color options.
Apart from these changes, all the remaining specifications are expected to be same. It will feature a 6-inch Full HD+ display with screen resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels and 18:9 aspect ratio.
There will be a 16-megapixel snapper on the back of the device, while the front will have a 20-megapixel camera, except for the F5 Youth edition. The leaked video also reveals that the Oppo F5 will come with an oval fingerprint on the back.
Apart from the promo video, the phone’s retail packaging has also been leaked. On the box, the front panel of the phone reveals thin bezels around the display. The back panel is shown in two different colors — Red and Black.
Just below the phone’s front and back panel, there is a listing of three variants of the phone — F5, F5 6GB and F5 Youth.
Oppo is hosting an event in the Philippines on October 26 to launch Oppo F5. Later, it will also be available in India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam.
Meizu has always been an innovative company and that has been one of the company’s major selling points. Being a Chinese company, the patent office in China is usually a good source for information on what Meizu has in the works. A new set of renders said to be those of an unnamed Meizu smartphone has reportedly been spotted at the Chinese patent office. The device is unnamed but believed to be the Meizu X2 and a previous leaked live photos lend credence to that.
The device apparently found its way to the patent office as a result of the new design which it adopts and apart from the renders, the complete schematics of the phone was also spotted. The design is different from those of other Meizu phones we have seen in the past. The Meizu phone seems to have a secondary display just like the Pro 7 and Pro 7 Plus but the display this time around wears a circular design and is located right in the middle of the back panel. The secondary display may not have as many functions as those of the Pro 7 and Pro 7 Plus. The display may show only time, battery and perhaps a few notifications.
The Meizu X2 is said to belong to the Blue Charm series which is a mid-range series. The device seems to have a curved edge design and on the renders and schematics, the rear camera is located just above the secondary display. The position will likely be located a lot higher than where it is on the renders just as seen on the leaked images we saw in the past.The selfie camera will also be centrally placed at the top of the display where it will be housed by the large bezels there. The device also packs the trademark mBack button and looks like what will have a USB Type-C. There is no doubt the renders are real because apart from the leaked live images, a reader on Slashleaks also shared the photos of the device in the comment section and hinted that it is in the works. However, we don’t know when Meizu will release this model but a launch may not take place this year. We may have to wait till 2018 to meet with this new model.
Today, at a press event, Huawei has announced the launch of its Mate 10 smartphone series in China. The company has launched three smartphones — Huawei Mate 10, Mate 10 Pro and Mate 10 Porsche Edition.
The Mate 10 series phones come in a metal body with thin bezels. The Mate 10 comes with a 5.9-inch display with screen resolution of 2560 x 1440 pixels, with a 16:9 aspect ratio, while the Mate 10 Pro features a 6-inch FHD+ display with an 18:9 aspect ratio.
Interestingly, in China, Mate 10 comes in two variants — 4GB RAM + 64GB storage and 6GB RAM and 128GB. Earlier, the company had announced just one model, with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. This could mean that the 6GB RAM variant of Mate 10 is China-exclusive but there is no confirmation yet regarding this.
The Huawei Mate 10 Pro comes with 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM and 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM variants. While the Mate 10 has a fingerprint sensor on the front, incorporated in the home button, Mate 10 Pro features fingerprint sensor at the back.
Both the smartphones are powered by the company’s own Kirin 970 processor and a 4,000mAh battery which also supports SuperCharge fast charging. The devices run on Android Oreo-based EMUI 8.0.
Huawei has partnered with Leica for the cameras. The smartphones come with 12MP RGB + 20MP monochrome sensors at the back. It has 4-in-1 hybrid focus, hybrid zoom, and OIS. There is also an 8MP F/2.2 front-facing camera sensor.
Interestingly, the pricing for the Mate 10 series is cheaper than its pricing in the European market. In China, the Huawei Mate 10 is priced at 3,899 Yuan for the 4GB RAM and 64GB storage version while the 6GB RAM and 128GB onboard storage model costs 4,499 Yuan. It will be available in four color options — Black, Brown, Gold and Pink.
On the other hand, the Pro edition with 6GB RAM + 64GB internal storage is priced at 4,899 Yuan and the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant costs 5,399 Yuan. It will be available in Blue, Brown and Grey colors.
The Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Edition, which comes with 6GB RAM and 256GB internal storage, is priced at 8,999 Yuan and will be available in Black color.
While the Mate 10 will go on sale from today, the other two models will go on sale from 15th November. The smartphones will be available for purchase from the official Huawei store and other authorised resellers.
You can pre-order the Huawei Mate 10 through Giztop using this link.
Just a few days after Motorola announced the Alexa smart speaker Moto Mod, details of a new mod has surfaced. The new mod called the AT&T Mobile TV Cast is for the network’s DirecTV Now streaming service.
The Mobile TV Cast Moto mod will let users watch DirecTV Now on a larger screen. It will require a stick that plugs into the external display. The source says it is a USB stick but since similar devices connect via HDMI, we think there is a mistake in the information.
The design of the Mobile TV Cast is similar to that of the Alexa speaker mod in that it completely covers the rear camera(s) when slapped on. The hole for the camera has AT&T’s logo and below it is the Motorola branding and what appears to be a LED light.
The mod doesn’t require any pairing process, just plug and play. Apart from streaming DirecTV Now, you will be able to use it to mirror your phone on the screen and watch local content from your device.
The mod has a 2,730mAh built-in battery, so you don’t have to worry about running out of juice on your phone. There is no detail about how much the AT&T Mobile TV Cast will retail for or when it will be available for purchase. Nevertheless, we believe it should be around the $150 mark just like the Alexa speaker.
Xiaomi Mi A1 and Android One Moto X4 are the new and powerful Android One smartphones that were unveiled in the recent past. Fresh information shared by reliable tipster Roland Quandt reveals that HTC will soon announce the HTC U11 Life as its first Android One phone. He claims that the smartphone will be unveiled alongside the HTC U11 Plus flagship phone on Nov. 2.
Citing unnamed source, Quandt has revealed the entire specifications of the HTC U11 Life. He claims that it will be featuring a 5.2-inch Full HD resolution supporting display. The screen will be shielded by Corning Gorilla Glass. The bottom bezel of the phone will have a fingerprint sensor embedded Home button that will be placed between the two capacitive buttons.
Like the Android One Moto X4, the HTC U11 Life will be fueled by the Snapdragon 630 chipset. The SoC will be accompanied by 3 GB of RAM. It will be coming with an inbuilt storage of 32 GB and is also expected to feature a microSD card slot. It will include a 2,600mAh battery that will be able to last an entire day thanks to the power-efficient 14nm Snapdragon 630 chipset.
The 16-megapixel rear camera of the U11 Life will carry HDR support and it will also have the ability to record in RAW format. It will be featuring a selfie camera of 16-megapixel. The front and rear cameras will both carry support for 4K video shooting. It is expected to feature powerful microphones like the HTC U11 as it is pegged to carry support for high-resolution audio recording.
The Mi A1 and Moto X4 Android One phones are loaded with Android Nougat OS and they are yet to receive Android Oreo update. However, the tipster predicts that the upcoming HTC U11 Life will be the first Android One phone to arrive with Android 8.0 Oreo preinstalled.
Quandt adds that the HTC U11 Life Android One phone will be lacking a 3.5mm audio jack. The device will be shipping with a USonic headphones that can be connected to the USB-C port of the phone. Other features of the smartphone include NFC and Bluetooth 5.0. Like the HTC U11 and the upcoming U11 Plus, the U11 Life phone is also expected to feature squeezable frame for Edge Sense.
As far as pricing is concerned, he claims that the Android One HTC U11 Life will be selling in Germany with a price tag of 400 euros (~$472). The smartphone will have an IP67 certified chassis and it will be available in color choices like Ice White and Blue Sapphire.
Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 is no doubt the company’s main flagship for 2017 even though some were left disappointed due to the fact that the device didn’t meet their expectation. Notwithstanding, the product has continued to gather momentum and Xiaomi is even planning to tweak things a little bit with the addition of an 8GB RAM variant. Not only does the new variant come with such large RAM size, it also adopts a new ceramic white colour. Sure. we have seen the device a couple of weeks back on Weibo, shared by Xiaomi’s Cloud platform head.
The Mi Mix 2 ceramic white variant has again been spotted online in the hands of well-known lady tech analyst Sun Changxu. At the same time, a Weibo user also disclosed that the Mi Mix 2 8GB RAM version would soon go on sale and would be available not just in Ceramic White but the black Ceramic version will also get an 8GB RAM version. The Ceramic white edition is said to have been manufactured by being subjected to a temperature as high as 1,400 degrees centigrade within a 7 days period. The process is a complicated one but the product is a beautiful finishing.
The Ceramic version may likely be released well in time for the 11.11 sales promotion which is usually a big one for Xiaomi. November 11 is the date. As for the price, the 8GB RAM version will be priced at about 4699 Yuan (around $700).
Samsung is reportedly working on Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ flagship phones. Speculations have it that the company is well ahead of its schedule for the launch of Galaxy S9 and S9+. Hence, these flagship phones are speculated to debut at January end next year and arrive in the global markets by mid-February. Today, the alleged logos of the Galaxy S9 and S9+ have been shared by well-known industry insider Benjamin Geskin. He has also revealed key information on the model numbers and variants of the Galaxy S9 duo.
According to Geskin, the Snapdragon 845 edition of the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ will be exclusively available in the U.S. and China. Other markets will be getting 10nm Exynos 9 Octa powered Galaxy S9 and S9+. Both the chipset variants of the Galaxy S9 duo are expected to feature 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. Like the predecessor models, these variants will also feature a microSD card slot.
The Galaxy Note 8 is available in 256 GB storage option in certain markets like South Korea. Hence, it is likely that the Galaxy S9 duo will also come in 256 GB model in select regions. He has also revealed the following model numbers for the different variants of both the S9 models:
Recent rumors have revealed that other flagship smartphones such as the LG G7 and Xiaomi Mi 7 are slated to get announced in Q1 2018. Since both the smartphones are speculated to arrive with Snapdragon 845 along with full screen design, the Galaxy S9 and S9+ are expected to face tough competition from rivaling brands.
Vivo, which is now among the world’s leading smartphone brands, has announced its expansion plan to enter six new countries.
The company has announced that it will establish its presence in around six new regions in the coming months. It will soon launch in Taiwan, Singapore and Hong Kong.
It also has plans to enter the Russian market. For establishing its presence in the African market, the company will start with Morocco and Kenya. Later, the company is expected to spread out to European countries as well.
Vivo has already established its presence in India, Thailand, Philippines, Myanmar, Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Cambodia and Bangladesh.
The China-based smartphone manufacturer says that it aims to offer smartphones that “inspire confidence and self-expression in more young people”. It will continue to focus on camera performance and audio experience.
The company recently launched its flagship smartphone — Vivo V7+, which comes with a 24-megapixel front camera and FullView display. According to Gartner’s latest research, Vivo is ranked 5th in global smartphone sales in 2Q 2017 in terms of volume with 6.6% market share.
As a part of the company’s aggressive marketing and brand positioning campaigns, Vivo has signed a six-year partnership with FIFA to become an official sponsor of its tournaments. The deal covers Confederations Cup 2017, World Cup 2018 and the World Cup 2022 that will take place in Qatar.
It seems that with such massive amount being spent on marketing activities, the company is aiming to strengthen international recognition.
Jack Neilson from JerryRigEverything YouTube channel is known for carrying out different kinds of durability tests on newly released smartphones. This time he has performed scratch and bend tests on the Kinda Blue variant of the Google Pixel 2 that features a IP67 certified chassis with hybrid coating.
The Pixel 2 features a 5-inch OLED panel that is shielded by a sheet of Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The scratch test performed on the screen of Pixel 2 shows that it develops scratches on level 6 on Mohs scale of hardness and deeper grooves are observed on level 7. The displays of other flagship smartphones like the Apple iPhone 8, Samsung Galaxy S8, Galaxy Note 8 and iPhone 7 also offer the same level of durability.
The top and bottom bezels of the Pixel 2 feature large-sized metallic speaker grilles that are placed under the tough front glass. The 8-megapixel selfie camera found in the top bezel is also protected by the same glass.
The scratch test performed by using a razor on the back panel could scratch the so-called hybrid coating to reveal the underlying metal body. However, the official listing of Pixel 2 on Google’s site mentions that it has a water-resistant metal unibody. Nielson adds that digging deep in the tech specs page reveals that Pixel 2 has a “painted exterior” that can chip if the phone is dropped. It further states that leather or denim may transfer color to all the three color variants of the Pixel 2.
During the launch of Pixel 2 duo, the search engine giant described the design of the Pixel 2 as ”all aluminum body with a premium hybrid coating.” Since the rear of the Pixel 2 can develop scratches by harsh objects like blade and keys, buyers may have to spend a bit more to purchase a case for it. The fingerprint scanner present on the backside does not work properly once it is scratched by some sharp object like blade.
The Pixel 2’s screen was also subject to burn test. Treating it with flame for about 15 seconds turned the affect area into white and it never recovered. Lastly, the bend test of the Pixel 2 shows its rear panel split at the place where the plastic antenna lines are present. It shows that the Google has put the antenna lines at the middle of the metal frame on the Pixel 2 which is the weakest portion on every smartphone when it comes to bending.
The Pixel 2 has struggled to clear the scratch, burn and bend tests. Also, Neilson seems to be unhappy with the smartphone as it lacks various features dual rear cameras, 3.5mm audio jack, microSD card slot, and wireless charging. Neilson is yet to perform durability test on Pixel 2 XL that features a 3D glass enabled body.
Google Pixel 2 XL comes with a squeezable frame like the HTC U11. Moreover, a recent report had revealed that it features a Pixel Visual Core custom image processor hidden inside its body. iFixit has done a teardown of the Pixel 2 XL to not only reveal its innards but also to check how easy it is to repair it.
Most smartphones that have metal and glass combination body require some amount of heating to open them. However, even though IP67 rating of Google Pixel 2 XL has resulted in sealing of all the ingress points, opening the phone is easy as it does not require any heating.
The Pixel 2 XL features a tightly walled 3.85V 3,520mAh battery. There is no pull-tab adhesive beneath the battery found in the original Pixel phones because of which removing the battery is not easy. The phone includes a magnesium midframe that adds stability to the structure of Pixel 2 XL and its thin display. The frame is also equipped with a heat pipe that is unavailable on the original Pixel and Pixel XL phones.
For the main camera of the Pixel 2 XL, Google has used a dual-pixel sensor that is enabled with optical image stabilization. The teardown shows that it has f/1.8 aperture 12-megapixel sensor.
The squeezable frame feature available on the Pixel 2 XL and Pixel 2 is named as Active Edge by Google. Squeezing the sides of the phone will allow users to launch the Pixel 2 XL smartphone to launch the Google Assistant. The Google Pixel 2 XL teardown has revealed that the sides of the smartphone is equipped with a pair of “strain gauges.”
The above image shows that the Active Edge sensor comprises of a bendable circuit board that includes a line of steel blocks with resistors (strain gauges) placed between them. Both the sides of the Pixel 2 XL and Pixel 2 are equipped with such strain gauges. The software of the Pixel 2 duo can understand the different levels of pressures. Hence, these phones can support variety of pressure settings.
The Pixel 2 XL features several modular components such DDR4 RAM as well as 64 GB UFS storage from Samsung and embedded SIM module from STMicroelectronics. iFixit was also able to find the Google’s custom image processor called Pixel Visual Core with internal part number of SR3HX X726C502. The dormant chip is expected to spring into action after the arrival of Android 8.1 Oreo update for Pixel 2 duo.
iFixit has praised Google for using easily replaceable modular components and also using common screws inside the Pixel 2 XL. Since the battery is not easily removable and there are hard-to-remove cable covers, iFixit has given a repairability score of 6/10 to the Pixel 2 XL which is lower than 7/10 points scored by the original Pixel.
Last week, the Honor 7X was released to succeed the year-old Honor 6X. The new phone comes with a bunch of new features while still keeping some of the favorites from last year’s model.
Like we have seen for most major phones, someone got is hand on a unit and decided to a do a teardown for those who may be curious to see the innards of this full-screen mid-ranger.
To open up the Honor 7X, you will need a Philips screwdriver, tweezers, and a prying tool. The phone has a metal unibody held to the internal frame by screws on opposite sides of the USB port. But before you unscrew them, remember to remove the SIM tray first.
After removing the screws, use a prying tool to lift the front panel and separate it from the back of the phone. Be careful while doing so as there is a cable connecting the fingerprint scanner to it. You will have to remove a few more screws before you can detach the cable from the fingerprint scanner.
Motorola China did release a video that pointed to the launch of a new device on October 24. The Moto Z2 Force is the device which the Lenovo-owned company is expected to unwrap on that day which is just 4 days away. The Moto Z2 Force has already been launched overseas and in some regions as the Moto G5S. It may interest you to know that the same model may likely launch under a new name in China. The model was spotted while in use by a Weibo user and it is identified by the microblogging platform as Moto Z 2018.
As stated earlier, there has been a precedence so this isn’t much of a surprise. The device had earlier appeared on TENAA where it was revealed that there will be a 6GB RAM variant exclusive to the China market. The Moto Z2 Force bears a striking resemblance with the Moto Z2 Play which was also recently launched in China. The major difference between both models is that while the Z2 Force is expected to pack a flagship specs lineup, the Z2 Play comes as a mid-range device with a Snapdragon 626 chip on the driving seat.
As a reminder, the Moto Z 2018 (Z2 Force) features a 5.5-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2560 x 1440 pixels. The phone is powered by a flagship Snapdragon 835 processor clocked at 2.35GHz. The device is also coming with a 6GB RAM + 128GB storage combination which is exclusive to China. There will also be a 4GB RAM variant. Other features of the Z2 Force includes a dual camera setup at the rear having a 12MP main sensor and 8MP secondary sensor, while at the front, there is a 5MP camera for selfies. From the photo, we can see that both the front and rear cameras come along with dual-tone LED flash. Power is bestowed on the Z 2018 by a 2565mAh battery but the battery will likely get a boost with the external Moto Mod battery pack which will be released as well. The device comes in black and white colours and runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat out-of-the-box.
Apple Watch Series 3 was announced at Apple’s annual event same day the iPhone 8, 8 Plus and iPhone X were unveiled. The standout feature on the third-gen Apple smartwatch series is the addition of cellular connectivity that allows users to make calls, send and receive text messages. The watch also enables users to access the internet without having to pair with a nearby iPhone. The timepiece went on sale on September 22 globally, including in China.
Right from the start of sales, qualified users in China were able to connect to China Unicom’ cellular network but just a few days after the sales commenced, precisely on September 28 China Unicom abruptly shut down wireless connectivity to the Watch Series 3 users. China has three wireless carriers, all controlled by the government who usually monitors users of the networks. The reason for the network shutdown shouldn’t be unconnected with how China monitors its citizens who use cellular enabled devices. The Watch 3 uses an e-SIM which is a micro SIM card embedded inside the smartwatch and it allows users to choose the carrier and plan he/she prefers to use. In this kind of situation, it would be difficult for the government to track down users.
China Unicom had clearly indicated on its website when the Apple Watch series 3 went on sales on September 22 that cellular connectivity was offered on a trial basis. That trial may have ended. Apple has responded by releasing a statement which states that it was informed by China Unicom that the cellular feature on the Apple Watch Series 3 “has been suspended.” There are no signs at the moment that the cellular connectivity would be turned back on for APple Watch 3 users who paid as much as $600 for the smartwatch.
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