It seems like the leaks just won’t stop coming. In the past one day, we have received, not one, not two, not even three — but FOUR different leaks about the same device within 24 hours. That’s how much demand there is for the upcoming Xiaomi Mi5 flagship. Earlier, a few set of images revealing the 5.1-inch ultra thin body of the device was leaked. Now, it looks like the rear panel of the Mi5 has been leaked online.
Thanks to these images, we can now see the extremely thin rear chasis of the phone in closeup. The overall structure of the device seems to be in line with the 3D renders that were leaked from Foxconn a few hours back. So, the doubts about the upcoming Xiaomi flagship is slowly clearing up. The images show that the headphone jack is on the top while the speaker grill and microUSB slots are at the bottom. Another thing revealed by this leak is that the phone will have a core metal body. This isn’t surprising given that even Xiaomi Mi4 had a machined metal core. To be honest, the overall picture of the phone does make it look a lot like the Samsung’s metal series Galaxy ‘Alpha’ series phones. But then everything looks the same these days and Xiaomi’s earlier flagship too had a similar design. So, its better no to go into that direction.
Coming to the specs, we are once again hearing that the phone will sport a 5.2-inch display as opposed to the 5.5-inch or even the gigantic 6-inch displays that were rumored earlier. It could also feature dual SIM card slots, but we don’t see any specific openings for them on the rear chassis.
To sum up, the leaked device looks like a larger variant of the Xiaomi Mi4. The specs are still not very clear but we have some idea about the overall design of the phone thanks to these leaks. It does look like the phone will have a 5.1-inch body, which pops up the question, whether it will have a large battery?
Both the super-slim Vivo X5 MAx and the OPPO R5 feature a less than impressive 2000 mAh battery. So will Xiaomi cut back on this essential feature for a thinner form profile? Well, we’ll find it out soon!
Until now, the No.1 G2 was probably the best smartwatch that was available in the market under $80. However, the relatively new manufacturer Zeaplus is all set to take on the G2 with an identical looking ZeaPlus ZeaWatch G2 smartwatch. Once again the design is based on Samsung’s Gear smartwatch which means you get the same solid metal built on this new smartwatch.
As for the tech specs, you can expect almost everything that is usually available on a mid-range smartwatch. So theres a 1.54-inch display which will be powered by the MT MT2502 processor. This is the same processor used on all budget wearables these days and the performance is quite satisfactory considering its price tag. For RAM you have 32MB and for ROM you have 128MB inside. Clearly, the watch is not meant to store anything inside, rather it acts as a companion smartwatch which will connect to your smartphone/ tablet. It sports a 2MP camera too. The overall measurements come out as 36.9 * 58.4 * 9mm which is again the standard for smartwatches these days and it weighs about 65 grams. Finally, the battery is of 235 mAh which is also pretty decent considering its price tag. The company claims that it gives around 70 hours of standby time, but we’ll have to confirm that after a thorough review.
The watch does have some interesting features such as a pedometer, calorie meter, steps calculator, anti-theft option, calls, messages support and 4 different watch faces. You also get a heart rate monitor on the device. It is waterproof and dust proof too, thanks to its IP67 certification. The ZeaWatch G2 syncs with most Android smartphones these days with a Bluetooth 4.0 connection, so you don’t have to worry about compatibility.
You get all these features for a great price — $69.99. Check out their official website for more details. You can currently purchase the Zeaplus G2 directly from Giztop for the said price. The device seems to be in stock on the website.
Xiaomi’s smartphones are so popular that not a day goes by without rumors and leaks about its upcoming flagship device. Just a few hours back we saw some 3D renders of the upcoming Xiaomi Mi4S from a source within foxconn. Now, a twitter source revealed a set of pictures which claim to be the next Xiaomi flagship, the Xiaomi Mi5.
Wait, this is confusing right? Both claim to be the next Xiaomi flagship but both have different names and different designs. So you must be wondering what to and what not to believe. We are in this dilemma too. However, there could be two different variants of the device, but that’s a long shot. So, for now, take whatever is leaked by this leakster with a pinch of salt! Moreover, the account that leaked these images and specs seems to be new without any followers which adds to our suspicion.
Coming to the actual leak, the picture looks like a render rather than the actual device. The phone is gigantic and it is said that it would come with a 6-inch 1080p display. That’s a very big upgrade from the existing 5-inch display on the Xiaomi Mi4. From what we can see, the phone is bezelless. The problem with this is that the photos look too good to be true. We have seen such renders of flagships before only to be disappointed after seeing the actual device.
As for the tech specs, the device is said to feature the Snapdragon 805 processor with 4GB RAM (Yes, 4GB!) and 32GB ROM. These specs, especially the 4GB again sounds too good to be true. While we agree that ASUS has already unveiled a 4GB phone at CES 2015, its very unlikely that Xiaomi would put in such a hardware inside its next flagship which needs to be affordable too.
So, like we said earlier, we still don’t know anything about the upcoming Xiaomi flagship, but this probably isn’t the real one. The pictures leaked earlier looked much more believable and probably that’s the one we’ll be getting at the 15 January 2015 event from Xiaomi.
Remember Xiaomi’s 399 yuan i.e. the $65 LTE enabled phone? There have been several leaks and speculations about the said device in the past, but today, we see that this phone has made it to TENAA again revealing its design and specifications. The $65 Xiaomi phone hit TENAA on 31 December 2014 with GSM / TD-SCDMA/ TD-LTE network support and dual SIM card dual standby support. While these network connectivity features are standard among mid-range devices, you don’t usually see them on a budget phone, let alone on a phone with just $65 price tag!
Design wise, the phone looks exactly like the recently announced Redmi 2 model. It features a square rear camera sensor with two small speaker grills on its right. The measurements too are in line with the new model. So, this could mean that Xiaomi may market this model as a variant to the Redmi 2 model. As for the tech specs, the $65 Xiaomi phone will come with a 4.7-inch 720p resolution display. It will be powered by a quad-core 1.6 GHz processor with 1GB RAM and 8GB internal storage. There will be an 8MP rear camera and a 2MP front shooter. It will run on Android 4.4.4 KitKat OS.
As you can see, the specs are almost the same as the current Redmi 2 model. There is only one major difference between the two. The Redmi 2 is powered by the 64-bit 1.2GHz Snapdragon 410 quad-core processor while this model comes with the 1.6GHz quad-core Leadcore LC1860C processor. This budget processor is the reason why Xiaomi can sell the device for such a low price.
The LC1860C chipset is based on a 28nm manufacturing process on a quad-core Cortex-A7 architecture. It comes with the dual-core Mali T628 GPU and supports up to 13MP camera sensor, 720p display, 1080p recording at 30fps and TD-LTE/ LTE-FDD/ TF-SCDMA / WCDMA/ GSM/ EDGE networks.
The earlier Xiaomi leadcore model that hit TENAA with the Leadcore processor was clocked at 1.5GHz and had a different model number. So, this could be the final version that Xiaomi will release in the market.
Xiaomi’s partnership with Leadcore is not at all surprising as the company invested about $16.8 million in this Chinese based chipset manufacturer last year. This gave Xiaomi access to a number of intellectual property rights and since then, there have been numerous reports about a Leadcore based Redmi device to take over the budget market. Looks like this particular Redmi model is built to achieve this goal.
Overall, the design and tech specs of the device make it one of the best sub $70 smartphones in the market. The LTE connectivity at this price tag is definitely its USP. Anyways, we expect Xiaomi to officially reveal more details about the device soon. So stay tuned for more updates.
About a year back, if you had to buy a smartphone under $200, you didn’t have many options. Most of the times, you had to settle for something boring or slow in order to fit your budget. However, things have changed in the past few months with notable manufacturers as well as Chinese counterparts releasing some interesting smartphones with good hardware. You no longer have to settle for slow devices as most of these phones feature at least a quad-core processor with 1GB RAM to keep things running.
Hence, today we decided to take a look at the Best Chinese smartphones that you can buy between $100-$200. We have already covered an article on the best phones under $100, so if you are looking for something cheaper, make sure you check out that post later. We have added some bang for the buck phones in the list, so you won’t be disappointed.
Coming back here, this list contains a total of 9 smartphones and we have arranged them in the increasing order of price. The list includes the latest launches like the Elephone P6000 as well as old flagships, which can still be considered as a good buy, thanks to its mid-range specs.
Anyways, lets not waste any more time and look at the Best Chinese Smartphones to buy between $100-$200.
1. CUBOT X9
First up in the list is the Cubot X9. This particular company has made it to our best phones list most of the time, thanks to its extremely affordable price tag with good specifications. This is the exact reason why the Cubot X9 made it this list this time too. Unlike other sub $150 phones which feature old quad-core Mediatek processors with average specs, this particular device makes sure that you get the best for what you pay.
The Cubot x9 is powered by an octa-core 1.4GHZ MTK6592M processor with 2GB RAM and Mali-450MP GPU. The processor and the RAM will make sure everything runs smoothly on the device. There’s 16GB of on board storage which can be further expanded up to 64GB using a MicroSD card. On the front, is a 5-inch 720p HD resolution IPS display. The rear camera measures 13MP and comes with LED Flash and AutoFocus while the front camera is of 8MP. Standard connectivity features include Gravity, light, promixity sensors, GPS, HotKnot, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GSM+WCDMA network support etc. Unfortunately, it doesn’t support 4G LTE networks which is kind of disappointing for those who would have liked to take advantage of the ultra-fast download speeds. There’s a 2,200 mAh battery onboard which should be enough for a day’s usage.
In spite of its cheap price tag, the device looks and feels premium. It just measures 6.9mm in thickness, and weighs just 124 grams. Cubot X9 comes with Android 4.4 KitKat out of the box.
The Cubot X9 is currently available for sale at GearBest for $120.
PROS:
Sleek and Premium design
Octa-core processor
CONS:
Would have loved a larger battery than a 2,200 mAh one
The second phone in the list is the MPIE G7. This particular device may not be as powerful as the Cubot x9, however it comes with one particular feature that the X9 lacks– 4G LTE support. Yes, at just $132, the G7 supports 4G FDD LTE networks which means you can take advantage of high speed network on an affordable smartphone. Moreover, you have a fingerprint sensor too at the back, making it one of the cheapest phones to have this feature.
The MPIE G7 comes with a 5-inch 960 x 540 (qHD) resolution display. Inside, you have the standard MTK6582 quad-core processor much like other phones in this range but you get 2GB RAM on board which should make multitasking a lot better on this phone. As for internal memory, there is 8GB storage on board which can be expanded up to 64GB via MicroSD. Other network connectivity features include Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth, GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz + WCDMA 850/1900/2100MHz + FDD-LTE 800/1800/2100/2600MHz network band support.
The device is quite thin too and measures just 7mm in thickness. There’s 2,200 mAh battery on board which is also pretty decent for a 5-inch phone, provided you don’t use 4G LTE throughout the day.
Overall the device is a good buy for those looking to take advantage of 4G LTE networks. You can purchase the MPIE G7 directly from GearBest for $148, however, for a limited period, the phone is available for just $131.99 with the coupon from discountion.com.
PROS:
4G LTE support
Slim profile
Fingerprint Sensor
CONS:
2,200 mAh battery is a bit small for a 4G supported phone
One of the biggest reasons for Chinese manufacturers to use Mediatek SoCs instead of Qualcomm is their cheap price. But for those, who don’t trust Mediatek processor or prefer Qualcomm processors, the Cubot Zorro 001 is probably the best buy. It comes with a quad-core 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor with 1GB RAM and 8GB on board memory which can be expanded with MicroSD up to 32GB. On the front lies a 5-inch display with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels. The rear camera measures 8MP while the front shooter is of 2MP. The Zorro 001 supports a wide variety of network bands including the high speed LTE connections. The exact frequency supported by the device is as follows: GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz, WCDMA 900/2100MHz and LTE-FDD 800/900/1800/2100/2600MHz. Once again for battery, you have a 2,200 mAh capacity one inside, which is pretty much what you get in other phones in this price range.
So, the Cubot Zorro 001 comes out as a pretty good device for those looking for a Qualcomm based smartphone with FDD-LTE network support.
PROS:
Qualcomm processor
4G LTE support
CONS:
Small 2200 mAh battery for an LTE supported device
Like Cubot, Elephone is yet another Chinese brand specializing in cheap feature smartphones. We have reviewed a lot of smartphones from the company lately and most of them have managed to impress us especially for the price that it retails for. The latest Elephone P6000 is another Elephone masterpiece blending in the perfect match of features and specs for a very attractive price tag.
Elephone P6000 makes it to the list because it comes with Android 5.0 Lollipop OS. Software is something that Chinese companies generally ignore but this particular feature comes out as the highlight of the device. Given that the phone is relatively new, you have a new Mediatek processor as well. Inside, the Elephone P6000 features a 64-bit MTK6732 quad-core processor clocked at 1.5GHz along with 2GB RAM and 16GB internal memory. Like all other phones in the list, Elephone P6000 supports external memory cards too. There is a 5.0-inch 1280 x 720 pixel resolution display up front. Along with the standard connectivity features such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS, the phone also supports FDD-LTE networks. As a result, you can take advantage of the high speed network connection available in your country on this phone. The exact network bands supported by the phone is as follows: GSM 800/900/1800/1900MHz, WCDMA 900/2100MHz and FDD-LTE 800/1800/2100/2600MHz.
There is a 13MP camera with LED flash at the back and a 2MP shooter up front. The battery is also pretty decent and at 2700 mAh, you should be able to use the phone for an entire day with some 4G usage.
Those who love the Xiaomi Mi4’s design but are not willing to spend as much as $350 on a phone can take a look at the No.1 Mi4 smartphone. This particular device is an exact clone of the Xiaomi Mi4 but cuts down on the cost by featuring mid-range specifications. We have already reviewed the device and it turned out to be a great mid-range smartphone which is why the phone made it to this list.
The phone comes with a 5-inch 720p HD OGS Display. Inside, a Mediatek MT6582 quad-core processor powers the device along with 1GB RAM and 16GB onboard memory. At the back lies the 8MP camera while up front lies a 5MP shooter. It runs on Android 4.4 KitKat OS. There’s a 2250 mAh battery which powers all these specs, which may be small by today’s standards. But no 4G LTE connectivity and a 5-inch display won’t consume too much power, so it should make it through the day.
Usually, the No.1 Mi4 retails for around $150, but for a limited period, you can get the device for just $139.99 using a coupon from discountion.com. From our research this is the best deal we could find for the product.
Those who are looking for a more trusted brand, can go for the Redmi 1S smartphone which has been one of the best selling phones in the market today. The phone comes with a 4.7-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels translating into a pixel density of 326 ppi. Inside, the 1S is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 quad-core processor clocked at 1.6GHz with 1GB RAM onboard. There’s 8GB internal storage which can be further expanded up to 32GB via MicroSD card. The rear f/2.2 aperture camera of 8MP clicks pretty good pictures. On the front, there is a 1.6MP shooter. All these features are powered by a 2000 mAh battery. The phone does not support LTE networks but other than that it comes out as a great package.
At present, one sure shot way to purchase the device is through Oppomart who retails it for $149. You can purchase it directly from Xiaomi if the company sells in your country. But even that requires per-registeration and some luck, so if you don’t want to rely on both, Oppomart comes out as a good option.
Like the Xiaomi Redmi 1S, the Honor 3C is another mid-range smartphone from a well known company. In fact, according to a recent report, 2014 went very well for the company as sales increased by over 33%, thanks to smartphones like the Huawei Honor 6 and the Ascend Mate 7.
While the Honor 3C doesn’t feature mind-blowing specs, the device is good enough for your daily needs. Up front, you have a 5-inch 720p display. The device is powered by a 1.3GHz quad core MT6582 processor with 1GB RAM and 16GB ROM. You can further expand this via MicroSD up to 32GB. There’s an 8MP camera at the back along with a 2MP shooter up front. Unfortunately, the phone runs on an old Android 4.2 version, but it is said that the KitKat update is coming soon. For battery, you have a 2000 mAh one onboard the device. Again no LTE support, so you will have to be happy with 3G network speeds.
Although a bit costlier than its regular price, you can get the Huawei Honor 3C directly from Oppomart for $159.
If you are looking for a phone that has 4G LTE, Octa-core processor as well as a large battery to support these features, then take a look at the new Elephone P3000S smartphone. The device brings in the best of all the features at a price that is considered affordable. What’s more, you have a fingerprint sensor at the back too which can unlock and secure your files inside the device.
The device is powered by an octa-core MT6592 processor clocked at 1.7GHz with 2GB RAM and 16GB onboard storage. Further, you have a MicroSD card slot to expand this memory. The P3000S model features a 5-inch IPS display with an HD 720p resolution. There’s an 13MP camera at the back along with an 8MP shooter up front.
The highlight of the device is its FDD-LTE support which brings ultra-high speed browsing at your hands. The phone supports GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz, WCDMA 850/900/1900/2100MHz and FDD-LTE 800/1800/2100/2600MHz network bands. The best part about the device is its 3150 mAh battery which is much larger than any other phone that supports LTE bands at this price range.
In fact, we have a coupon using which you can get the device for just $171.99. Usually, you will have to shell out around $190+ for this phone, but use the coupon from discountion.com to get it at this amazing price.
If you are willing to shell out a little more, then you can go for Xiaomi’s Redmi 4G model. The advantage of this phone over Elephone P3000S is that it features a 5.5-inch display but with the same resolution i.e. 1280 x 720p. So, for the larger resolution you have a less crispy screen.
Also, the phone comes with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 400 processor clocked at 1.6GHz with 2GB RAM, 8GB expandable memory and Adreno 305 GPU. There’s a 13MP camera at the back along with a 5MP shooter up front. It comes with Android 4.4 KitKat OS with the popular MIUI V5.0 UI on top. The Redmi Note 4G has a 3100 mAh battery and the battery life should be similar to Elephone P3000S.
In case you are wondering, the supported network bands are as follows: GSM 900/1800/1900MHz, WCDMA 900/2100MHz and FDD LTE 1800/2100/2600MHz.
The Red mi Note 4G is available from Oppomart for $199. Head over to their website for more details.
As you can see, you have some great options for under $200. If we had to pick one phone that comes out as the best value for the price, then it would be the Elephone P3000S. But if you want to buy a phone a bit cheaper, then all the other options listed in the article are good. They have good specs which will make sure that the phone runs without hiccups and comes at a very affordable price.
Would you like to add a phone to list? Feel free to tell us via the comments section below.
Xiaomi has been making the headlines for a long time now. The latest leak shows off “3D” schematics of the advertised “thinner than the cicada’s wings ” new Xiaomi smartphone. These pictures come to us from the Foxconn factory in China and supposedly were snapped (in low resolution) by someone with a connection to the supply chain.
The first thing that hits you about the Xiaomi Mi4s are the rounded corners on the device, which dovetails with many of the other leaks we’ve seen of the phone. Unfortunately, the leak does not reveal any measurements of the device, although it does appear to keep the extremely thin design that we’ve seen before. But if slimness is what the company is aiming for, then it could have similar measurements to the iPhone 6 Plus’s 158.1 x 77.8 x 7.1 mm or even better measurements!
The power key has been moved to the right, supposedly to improve the grip on the phone, and the volume buttons are now elongated. In addition, the flash has changed to an oval design from the lozenge used on the iPhone 5s.
In addition to the 3D images, we also got some specifications directly from Foxconn. The Xiaomi Mi4S flagship will reportedly feature a 5.5inch 2k display，snapdragon 805, 3gb ram, 16gb/64gb rom, 16mp + 8mp camera. These specs are in line with what we heard a few days back, except for the camera department which was said to come with a more powerful 20.7MP sensor.
Yes, you should take this with a grain of salt, especially when the Xiaomi Mi4S leaks are all over the place. It is perfectly fine to cast a cynical eye on the images, even if you believe that the next Xiaomi flagship will look just like this.
The company confirmed an event on 15 January 2015 for its flagship launch about a day back, so we don’t have to wait too long to see whether these specs and the pictures are indeed of the upcoming Xiaomi Mi4S / Xiaomi Mi5.
The leaked Xiaomi Mi4s 3D schematics follow below.
Six months ago only top models of smartphones can boast support for LTE. In the meantime somewhere in the Celestial Empire, Chinese manufacturers worked hard to create a budget smartphone supporting LTE networks.
One of the first 4G budget smartphone has appeared on the market is LANDVO L200s with the cost just over $ 100. In this review we will focus on it.
The basis of the smartphone is already well-known processor from Mediatek, quad-core processor MTK6582, which operates at a frequency 1.3 GHz, and as the video accelerator uses MALI-400MP, thanks to which you can easily play 3D games. Supports up to 1GB RAM, just such memory is inbuilt.
MediaTek MT6582 itself does not have 4G-modem, so to the aid of MT6582 comes a separate module MediaTek MT6290 which supports fourth generation networks.
So what does the ” budget smartphone” with support for LTE networks represent from itself?
FEATURES
Brand: Landvo
OS: Android 4.4
CPU: MTK6582
Kernel: Quad Core 1.3GHz, Cortex-A7
Graphics Processing Unit: Mali-400 MP
Radio module: MT6290
WiFi: 802.11b / g / n
Wireless networks: GSM 850/900/1800 / 1900MHz, WCDMA 850/1900 / 2100MHz, FDD-LTE 1800 / 2600MHz
GPS: Yes Bluetooth: Yes
Memory: 1GB RAM
Built-in memory: 4GB (card support up to 64GB)
Back camera: 8.0MP
Front camera: 2.0MP
Screen Type: Capacitive, IPS
Screen Size: 5.0 inches
Screen Resolution: 1280 × 720 (QHD)
Sim cards: One Sim Card
Battery: 2000mAh
DESIGN
Speaking directly about the design of the smartphone it must be noted that the design of LANDVO L200s is very similar to the top-end smartphone ONEPLUS ONE. The smartphone is available in white and black color scheme.
The front of the smartphone looks presentable, chrome plated edging around the display emphasizes elegance and gives the smartphone a status look. Display slightly elevated relative to the chrome edging.
Display is slightly elevated relative to the chrome edging. As well chrome frame is a little larger than the screen. Such constructive decision is considered to be a slight advantage of design, because when struck against a hard surface is more likely to protect the screen of the smartphone.
There is a camera with a resolution of 2.0MP at the top of the front side, a conversational speaker protected by mesh located in the center. The smartphone is equipped with two sensors between the speaker and the camera: Light and Proximity. A LED indicator on the opposite side of the camera, which informs about the events only with one (red) color. There are three hardware buttons at the bottom of the front panel – “menu”, “home”, “back”.
The left side of the smartphone doesn’t have any hard buttons. All buttons, such as a power button and volume rocker has been placed on the right side of the smartphone.
The upper bound is equipped with micro USB jack for charging / synchronization and a mini 3.5 headphone jack
The lower bound has a microphone hole and a recess for removing of the back cover.
On the back side of the smartphone we can see camera lens, below is a LED flash. A speaker is installed at the bottom
It has a battery under the cover with stated capacity of 2000mAh.
With the connector on the inside of the smartphone it makes not an ordinary picture for the Chinese smartphone.
The device has support for only one SIM card, which is not very usual for “Chinese”, also there is a slot for a memory card.
Here is a display comparison between Landvo L200s(Left) and Oneplus One(right)
DISPLAY LANDVO L200G received a 5-inch capacitive display with IPS matrix. The screen resolution of the smartphone is very modest, only 1280 × 720 (QHD) pixels. Proceeding from the budget of $ 100 for a smartphone, I think this option is justified by reducing the cost of the product. Viewing angles are close to 180 °. Screen material – plastic, there is no possibility to check the screen scratch resistance, cause the protective film is already pasted at the factory (plus extra film included). multi-touch support with up to 5 simultaneous touch points. Sensitivity is good, problems with the touchscreen is not observed. Brightness adjustment allows to see a great range. Whether At minimum brightness under indoor lighting brightness of the screen, or under the sun at maximum brightness smartphone screen is easy to read.
HARDWARE
As it is written above is based on quad-core processor smartphone MTK6582 which was released in the fall of 2013
Graphics processor MALI-400MP allows you not only to use this smartphone as a tool for communication and
surfing the internet, but allows the owner to plunge into the world of 3D games.
The internal memory as well as RAM is enough. this smartphone is equipped with a balanced amount of memory. 1GB of RAM is enough for complex 3D games, and 4GB of internal memory should be enough for the most necessary programs; support for microSD cards up to 64GB solves the problem of a shortage of memory for storage applications.
Camera
I have to say the camera is really impressive for the price tag of the phone, here are the pictures I tool from the place I visited with the phone.
BATTERY
2000mAh – minimum at which you can easily use your smartphone in a moderate mode at least full day with all its possibilities. The battery weighs 38 grams. Chinese manufacturers often overstate the performance of its power supply, but not this time. As for the real autonomy of the battery, I can say with confidence that with moderate use, the smartphone without charging will last about two days. If you use active mode, should suffice a little more than for day.
Conclution
Price at an unbelievably low $$110.99as GizmoChina offers a coupon code, which is LL200SCN for a discounted price., Landvo’s L200S is easily delivers twice the value in features. It’s quite possibly the best budget handset I’ve seen, and with its affordable accessories, makes this one of the best low-cost smartphone you can get today. The Xiaomi will be available at the cheapest price here, you can buy it from the buy now buttons below.
As we continue our rubric of the cheapest way to buy smartphones, next in our lineup is the CUBOT ZORRO 001. Indeed, it is not very well-known Chinese manufacturer, but it is quite an interesting offering for a budget-friendly category of devices.
This device packs quite plain and simple design, which does not stand out from the crowd too much, yet looks great. There is a speaker on the front along with the front facing shooter, which has 2mp. Also, there are nicely lit three capacitive buttons on the bottom. All of this sits around a good looking and sharp 854 x 480 (WVGA) screen, which has a size of 4.5 inches.
If we take a look at the back, it is made of plastic. There is a 5mp camera with a single LED flash. Also, there is a BLUBOO logo along with the mono speaker on the bottom.
As far as specs go, the device has a MTK6582 chip, which is Quad Core and clocked at 1.3GHz. Also, Mali-400 MP helps handling the graphic tasks. In addition, there is 1 GB of Ram and 4 GB of internal storage, which can be expanded via Micro SD slot up to 32 gigs. What is more, it has a wifi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth, GPS and other connectivity. On top of that it has a 4G network support (FDD-LTE 800/1800/2100/2600MHz). All of this is is run by Android 4.4 Kitkat and the device is powered by 1900mAh battery, which is should be enough considering the screen size of 4.5 inches and only a 854 x 480 resolution.
We summarise some of the main features of the device:
RAM: 1GB
ROM: 4GB
Gravity/Proximity Sensing System
FM/MP3/MP4/Bluetooth/GPS Function Supported
Note: This phone will only work with GSM+WCDMA+FDD-LTE networks: GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz WCDMA 850/2100MHz FDD-LTE 1800/2600MHz
With the price of $125.21 it looks to be a great offer. But what is more important, you can get BLUBOO X4 for as low as $101.00 from Gearbest as GizmoChina offers a BLUBOOCN coupon code, which is for a discounted price.
Xiaomi’s to be announced flagship will most likely run on the latest MIUI 6.0 version or even a newer version of the OS. There are a lot of other Xiaomi smartphones too that have received the update, but the Redmi 1S is still running the old version. Those who didn’t have the patience to wait for a few more months probably downloaded and installed the one ROM based on the MIUI 6.0 that was available for the device. However, most still haven’t taken the plunge, probably because the said ROM was far from perfect and many of the features of the device didn’t work properly.
Today, there’s a new ROM based on the new Xiaomi MIUI version that claims to bring the latest version to the old Redmi 1S with far less bugs and more stability. This new ROM (link given at the end) fixes a lot of bugs and is at present the best available MIUI 6.0 OS for Redmi 1S on the internet. But, even this is not perfect. It comes with its own set of bugs, for example the alarm clock does not work and even the Xiaomi Assistant is non-functional. But those who don’t mind them can check out the ROM from the link given below.
And for those who don’t want to take the risk, better wait for a few more months. It is said that Xiaomi will release the official MIUI 6.0 based update for Redmi 1S sometime around March, which will be fully functional. So, if you can wait for a few months more, you can directly install the official ROM for your Redmi device.
Kingzone is not the best known Chinese manufacturer, but manages to produce devices with great specs for a low price. This time we have the KINGZONE N3, which is indeed a great looker.
This device packs quite plain and simple design, which does not stand out from the crowd too much, yet looks great. There is a speaker on the front along with the front facing shooter, which has 8mp. Also, there are nicely lit three capacitive buttons on the bottom. All of this sits around a good looking and sharp 5 inches 720p screen.
If you take a look at the back, things become more interesting as there is a fingerprint scanner, which sits under the 13mp camera with the LED flash.
As far as specs go, the device has a MTK6582 chip, which is Quad Core and clocked at 1.3GHz. Also, Mali-400 MP helps handling the graphic tasks. In addition, there is 1 GB of Ram and 8 GB of internal storage, which can be expanded via Micro SD slot. What is more, it has a wifi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth, GPS and other connectivity. On top of that it has a 4G network support (FDD-LTE 800/1800/2100/2600MHz) All of this is is run by Android 4.4 Kitkat and the device is powered by 2500mAh battery, which is quite good considering the screen size of 5 inches and only a 720p resolution.
We summarise some of the main features of the device:
KINGZONE N3 Android 4.4 4G Smartphone 5.0 inch HD Screen MTK6582 Quad Core 1.3GHz 8GB ROM WiFi GPS Bluetooth Cameras NFC
RAM: 1GB
ROM: 8GB
Support Gravity/FM/MP3/MP4/Bluetooth/GPS/OTG Function Supported
Note: This phone will only work with GSM+WCDMA+FDD-LTE networks: GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz WCDMA 850/2100MHz FDD-LTE 800/1800/2600MHz
With the price of $189.90 it looks to be a great offer. But what is more important, you can get KINGZONE N3 for as low as $149.49 from Gearbest as GizmoChina offers a KINGZCN coupon code, which is for a discounted price.
Zopo is known for its products both in China and internationally. They usually offer quality devices for a lower than usual price. This time we wanted to take a look at the beautiful and greatly specced ZOPO ZP920.
We have to say that we love the design of this device, which is truly unique, yet minimalistic. On the front there is a 5.2 inches display, which has a resolution of 1080p. On top of the screen, there is a speaker with the from facing camera of 8.0MP and it has broad angle lens with 83.2 degrees with the aperture of F/2.0. We would say it is quite impressive. Also, there is a home key on the bottom, which is nicely lit.
What is more, the device has a 13.2MP Sony camera sensor , which is covered with 5 sapphire lenses. Also, it has aperture of F/2.0. All the specs should assure you a very good picture quality.
As far as further specs go, the device has a MTK6752 1.7GHz Octa Core, 2GB RAM, 16GB ROM (expandable), ARM Mali760 MP2 GPU and other features.
We summarise some of the main features of the device:
5.2inch FHD OGS screen makes your performance more outstanding each day, with 85% high color saturation, it looks like having magic.
8.0MP front camera with 83.2 wide shot, F/2.0 aperture. More chance to record with such professional camera configuration.
13.2MP Sony back camera with 5 chip sapphire lenses, makes the color more accurate! light increased by 30%, very helpful in dark.
MTK6752 64bit Octa-core, compared with the 32bit CPU, performance double enhanced. With 700MHz GPU, works faster than expected.
GPS/GLONASS/BDS three global positioning system make real time connection and star search more and faster, accuracy increased by 168.8%.
Double 4G LTE, magic fully supports 5 modes, 15 frequencies. 4G LTE, the downstream speed 100Mbps-150Mbps.1GB files download takes only 1 minute.
Dual band Wi-Fi of 2.4GHz and 5GHz, 433Mbps three times faster, while the power consumption is equivalent.
Z-UI based on Android 4.4 system, using visual elements such as triangle. Each icon is visually simplified by 12%.
RAM: 2GB
ROM: 16GB
Support Gravity/Light/Compass/Proximity Sensing System
FM/MP3/MP4/Bluetooth/GPS Function Supported
Note: This phone will only work with GSM+WCDMA+FDD-LTE networks: GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz WCDMA 900/1900/2100MHz FDD-LTE 800/1800/2600MHz
With the price of $279.99 it looks to be a great offer. But what is more important, you can get ZOPO ZP920 for as low as $259.99 from Everbuying.net as GizmoChina offers a Spring20 coupon code, which reduces the retail price by $20 for a limited time!
Apple has been on the rumour mill for quite some time regarding the upcoming iPad Pro, which is said to be a bigger than a regular iPad in size and have a screen size of about 12-12.9 inches. If you take a look at the picture, you may see the alleged chassis of the new iPad, which indeed looks bigger than ever and as usual, it will be made of aluminium alloy. Some previous rumours suggest that it will be 305.31mm x 220.8mm x 7mm or 12 x 8.7 x 0.28 inches in size.
There is not much information available just now, but so far the speculated specs include higher than Retina resolution display (at least 2732 x 2048) on the regular iPads and the faster processor (most likely A8X chip).
According to a Geekbench 3 multi-core benchmark, the A8X processor in the iPad Air 2 is up to 55 percent faster than the A8 processor in the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.
What is more, since it is a Pro version of the device, it is expected to boast at least 2 GB of Ram. When all know how the iPad performs with only 1 GB of Ram, so the Pro version should be a real beast. As far as connectivity goes, we should see a standard package, which may include Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, lightning charging port and more.
Another expected features include the Touch ID to further support Apple’s security and payment systems. In addition, the tablet should be not more than 7mm thick to chase down the “thinnest and lightest” amplua.
In addition to this, the new iPad Pro is expected to come in classic Apple colours, which include White/Silver, White/Gold, Black/Space Gray.
We also remember one of the previous leaks of the alleged iPad Pro as it showed how it looked in the hand:
We are not sure if the 12-13 inches tablet is a good idea as it looks extremely huge. Anyway, it may be oriented at the specific market segment.
THL is a Chinese brand, which is known not only in China, but also internationally. They have released some quality devices for a budget price. This time, we take a look at the THL 4000.
This device packs quite plain and simple design, which does not stand out from the crowd too much, yet looks great. There is a speaker on the front along with the front facing shooter, which has 2mp. Also, there are nicely lit three capacitive buttons on the bottom. All of this sits around a good looking and sharp 4.7 inches 720p screen.
If we take a look at the back of the device, we can see a 5mp shooter along with the single LED flash on top of the device. The cover is made out of plastic, which has a nice feel to the touch.
As far as specs go, the device has quite average package. It comes Quad Core MTK6582 chip, clocked at 1.3GHz, Mali-400 MP GPU, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of storage (which can be expanded via Micro SD slot). What is more, it has a wifi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth, GPS and other connectivity. On top of that it has a 3G network support (WCDMA 850/900/1900/2100MHz).
The highlight of the device is the huge battery, which has the capacity of 4000mAh. This size of juice should last you a least two days of usage.
We summarise some of the main features of the device:
THL 4000 4.7 inch Android 4.4 3G Phablet
RAM: 1GB
ROM: 8GB
Support Gravity/Light/Proximity Sensing System
FM/MP3/MP4/Bluetooth/GPS/OTG Function Supported
Note: This phone will only work with GSM+WCDMA networks: GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz WCDMA 850/900/1900/2100MHz
We think that the THL 4000 is quite great device to buy, especially if you think about the low price point. We really liked the fact that it has an enormously huge battery, which has 4000mAh. Usually, you will have to pay around $99 for the THL 4000, but with this coupon – 4000CN, you can purchase it for just $85.99 from GearBest.
Coolpad has announced a new flagship device in the market called as the Coolpad Dazen X7. The size and the features of the phone put it in direct competition with the Meizu MX4. The company has focused on the built quality as well as the camera on the new flagship.
The Dazen X7 comes with a unique double sided glass and aluminum frame design. Although the phone features a tradition form factor, the intricate details gives it a premium look. Both the front and the back is protected by Corning’s gorilla glass 3. The company claims that it derived inspiration from the Louvre Glass Pyramids in Paris for the phone’s design. As a result, the overall design stands out from the crowd. The phone is quite compact and thin too. It measures just 6.45mm in thickness which makes it even thinner than the new iPhone 6.
As for the tech specs, the Coolpad Dazen X7 features a 5.2-inch Super AMOLED display with 1080p resolution. While the screen size is almost the same as the Meizu MX4, the resolution on this device is much lower. The X7 is powered by the MT6595 octa-core Mediatek processor clocked at 2.3GHz. There will also be a Snapdragon 801 powered variant, for those who prefer Qualcomm’s chipset. The processor is mated with 3GB onboard RAM and 16GB internal memory.
The camera is the true highlight of the Dazen X7. It features an 8MP back side illuminated Sony IMX214 second generation sensor which will click high quality selfies. Yes, this 8MP camera is on the front, which mean selfie lovers are in for a treat. Even the rear camera is quite capable, thanks to the 13MP sensor with f /1.8 wide aperture, 28mm wide-angle,and color temperature flash. Much like the OPPO models, the phone can synthesize even 60MP resolution images using multiple shots. Other camera features include fast shot, Panorama, Slo-Mo videos etc.
Like all true flagships, the phone supports 4G LTE networks. It comes with dual SIM card slots which is similar to the one found on the Vivo X5 Max. So, there is a single SIM slot and a microSD + Nano sim card slot. The phone accepts microSD cards up to 128GB in size.
The phone runs on Android 4.4.2 KitKat OS with the company’s own Cool UI 6.0 on top. The OS comes with a number of software features like shake to change wallpaper, integrated content services etc.
Coolpad Dazen X7 comes in a number of network variants. The China Mobile 4G variant features the Mediatek processor and will retail for 1599 Yuan i.e. $257; the China Unicom 4G model will also feature the MT6795 processor and will sell for 1699 Yuan i.e. $272. Finally the dual 4G edition features the Snapdragon 801 processor and will be available for 1999 Yuan i.e. $327.
The MT6595 powered variants will be available for pre-order from JD.com starting 9 January 2015 for the above prices. It will ship from 15 January 2015. The company also adds that the Dual 4G Dazen X7 edition will be available for purchase directly from February.
Elephone is a quite fast growing Chinese manufacturer, which offers great devices at the bargain price. This time, the company – Elephone P3000.
This device packs quite plain and simple design, which does not stand out from the crowd too much, yet looks great. There is a speaker on the front along with the front facing shooter, which has 5mp. Also, there are nicely lit three capacitive buttons on the bottom. All of this sits around a good looking and sharp 5 inches 720p screen.
If you take a look at the back, things become more interesting as there is a fingerprint scanner, which sits under the 13mp camera with the LED flash.
As far as specs go, the device has a MTK6582 chip, which is Quad Core and clocked at 1.3GHz. Also, Mali-400 MP helps handling the graphic tasks. In addition, there is 1 GB of Ram and 8 GB of internal storage, which can be expanded via Micro SD slot. What is more, it has a wifi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth, GPS and other connectivity. On top of that it has a 4G network support (FDD-LTE 800/1800/2100/2600MHz) All of this is is run by Android 4.4 Kitkat and the device is powered by 3150mAh battery, which is really beefy considering the screen size of 5 inches and only a 720p resolution.
We summarise some of the main features of the device:
Elephone P3000 5.0 inch Android 4.4 4G Phablet
145 x 72 x 8.9 mm / 5.7 x 2.8 x 0.4 inches in size
RAM: 1GB
ROM: 8GB
Support micro SD (T-Flash) 128G
SIM+micro SIM card, dual standby
Support Fingerprint Identification
FM/MP3/MP4/Bluetooth/GPS Function Supported
With the price of $164.50 it looks to be a great offer. But what is more important, you can get Elephone P3000 for as low as $143.99 from Gearbest as GizmoChina offers a ELEPPCN coupon code, which is for a discounted price.
No.1 has announced a number of a smartphones recently including an ultra-rugged No.1 X1 phone. Now, in 2015, the same smartphone company is all set to announce another rugged phone in the market which will be much bigger and better than the X1. The all new No.1 X2 comes with a larger display and supports high-speed 4G LTE networks, without losing its damage proof characteristic. This is a very important upgrade especially for users who want are looking for a decent phablet that they can carry around wherever they like. Its rugged nature will protect it from any kind of environment or situation.
The new No.1 X2 sports a large 5.5-inch display which can withstand scratches and other damages. Users can take advantage of this large display for even their entertainment needs, which was not possible in other cheap small screen rugged phones. So, incorporating such a large screen on a device with such rugged characteristics is really impressive.
On the connectivity front, the No.1 X2 now supports 4G LTE networks. Yes, the phone can take advantage of high speed internet browsing, making it one of the few true rugged phones out there with this capability. High speed web access can always come in handy, especially when you are outdoors and there are no Wi-Fi networks available. Moreover, the large display with 4G LTE support would really enhance the user’s browsing experience.
Finally, the company has also upgraded the processor on this new device. Instead of the cheap MT6582 processor found on the No.1 X1, this new model comes with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 410 processor (MSM8916). This 64-bit chipset features Cortex-A53 architecture. As a result, the phone would perform smoothly without any lags.
While we still don’t know the other features of the device, it will most likely be the same as the No.1 X1 smartphone. The phone is reportedly waterproof, scratchproof and shock proof, making it the first 4G enabled smartphone with these protective features.
We will update more details about specs, pricing and availability in the next few weeks.
We have seen plenty of clones in the market of Xiaomi’s latest flagship, Xiaomi Mi4. Of these, the No.1 Mi4 and the Doogee DG850 Hitman were the two popular ones. Both come with the same features and design, however, there are some differences between the two, which gives the No.1 Mi4 a slight edge over the other. You can check out our detailed comparison between the two devices here. Given that they both look the same and are similar in tech specs, we decided to figure out the cheapest way to buy the No.1 Mi4 smartphone.
Before we reveal the cheapest way to buy the No.1 Mi4 smartphone, lets recap on its specs. The device is powered by a decent Mediatek MT6582 quad-core processor clocked at 1.3GHz with 1GB RAM onboard. For GPU you have the Mali-400MP and for storage you have 16GB expandable memory. There is a 5-inch display up front with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels, which is a standard among phones in this price range.
Performance wise, the phone did pretty well. Playing games and running apps on the device was smooth. In our AnTuTu test results, it got a respectable score of 19000+. As for the camera, there is a 13MP shooter at the back with LED flash. It captured decent pictures in bright sunlight and we were pretty much satisfied with the performance. You can read our full review of the device for more details. The No.1 Mi4 runs on Android 4.4 KitKat OS with an MIUI launcher on top. This makes the phone look exactly like the original Xiaomi flagship Mi4. The notifications panel, settings menu etc are all customized to MIUI’s looks.
As you can see, the No.1 Mi4 turns out to be a great smartphone. And with the special coupon from GizmoChina, you can get it for the cheapest price from GearBest.
The No.1 Mi4 usually retails for around $165+. On GearBest you can get it for around $160. However, with a coupon, you get around $20 off this price. We have personally tried out the coupon and it works perfectly, at least for now.
As you can see, before coupon, the phone is available for $161.13. However, look at the price after we have applied the coupon.
Yes, you can purchase the No.1 Mi4 for just $140. That’s the cheapest price that you’ll find the phone online. We don’t know when this coupon will expire but make sure you take advantage of it as soon as possible.
Nokia has been known for many years as one of the top phones manufacturers in the world. In fact, we are sure to say that it was the king of phones before the smartphone era kicked in. The company has attributes of making sturdy, good looking and reliable devices for years. However, after the sale of mobile phones business to Microsoft, a lot of the Nokia fans left disappointed or even deceived. On the other hand, the company tries to make a comeback. It may not be the greatest comeback, but we are still happy to see that Nokia brand is still alive.
The comeback is not the greatest ever for a few reasons. First, the company starts not with a phone, but with a tablet , which has never been Nokia’s best talent. Second, the Nokia N1 tablet is not produced by the company directly, but by the Foxconn, the same factory that produces iDevices. Indeed, Nokia assures that the tablet is manufactured under strict guidelines and supervision of their employees to make sure that the device meets the legendary Nokia’s build quality and other high manufacturing standards. Third, we do not want to be bias, but… The N1 tablet has “a little bit” of inspiration from a particular company, which usually produces aluminium tablets…
So is Nokia N1 tablet suitable for a comeback? Is it a device worth your attention? Let’s find out in our review.
Design
When we were talking about a certain inspiration from the other company, we had the design in mind. Let’s take a look at the gallery below.
It does have some signature Lumia elements in the design, but for us, it looks almost exactly the same as the iPad mini. Speaking of which, both devices have exactly the same all-aluminium body, which has the same feel to the touch.
The same as iPad’s, Nokia N1’s body has a matte finish. Also, the bonding between the metal casing and glass screen is perfect. Although Nokia does not own factories, but Foxconn OEM technology is also trustworthy.
According to the official website information, Nokia N1’s body weight is 318 grams, compared to the iPad mini’s 2 331 grams. Well, here Nokia managed to outperform Apple in the “thinnest and lightest” department.
As we can see on the right side of the device, it has the volume up/down buttons, which are similarly placed like iPad mini’s and Xiaomi’s tablets. In addition, the power on/off button as well as the back camera sensor is placed on almost exactly the same position.
Here you can see a 3.5 mm headphone jack on the top of the device, which sits next to the the microphone.
If we take a look at the bottom part of the device, we can see dual-stereo speakers and Type-C USB 2.0 port. Nokia N1 is the first to use the Type-C USB interface in the mass production. One of the greatest advantages of this connector type is that it is reversible (the same as Apple’s lightning cable).
As far as body thickness goes, Xiaomi’s tablet, iPad mini 2 and official Nokia N1 thickness data were 8.5 mm, 7.5 mm and 6.9 mm. Xiaomi and Apple are using a wedge-shaped design, so the device looks thinner, and Nokia N1 is in the body with a deep rounded edge processing. Therefore, although the official data looks very nice, but there was no significant difference in real feel of all the devices. Lastly, similar to the Apple’s offering, Nokia’s tablet comes in Natural Aluminum and Lava Gray colour options.
Specs
We have to say that the Nokia N1 tablet has pretty specs. It spots the dimensions of 200.7 x 138.6 x 6.9 mm (7.90 x 5.46 x 0.27 in), weighs 318 g. Also, it has an 7.9 inches IPS LCD screen, which has a very high resolution of 1536 x 2048 pixels, which translates to 324 ppi pixel density. All of this beauty is covered by the Corning Gorilla Glass 3.
If we take a look under the hood, we can find a powerful Quad-core 2.3 GHz Intel Atom Z3580 CPU, backed up by PowerVR G6430 GPU and 2 GB of RAM. Also, there is a 32 GB of internal storage, which is, however, non-expandable. At the front there is a 5mp snapper and 8mp shooter on the back, which is capable of recording 1080p at 30fps.
What is more, the tablet comes with the usual connectivity package, which includes Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS and microUSB v2.0, Type-C reversible connector.
All of this is run by the Android 5.0 Lollipop and the non-removable Li-Ion 5300 mAh (18.5 Wh) battery is keeping the lights on.
We have to say that the device looks pretty powerful on paper and we expect it to perform that good in real life as well.
Here is the summary of the main specs of the Nokia N1 tablet:
Display
As we have already mentioned in the specs, device has an 7.9 inches IPS LCD screen, which has a very high resolution of 1536 x 2048 pixels, which translates to 324 ppi pixel density. All of this beauty is covered by the Corning Gorilla Glass 3. We have to say that the screen has natural looking colours, it is very bright, sharp and vivid as it can be expected by the high quality IPS LCD panel.
Performance
Android devices are usually equipped with the top notch hardware and N1 is no exception. The quad-core Intel Z3580 chip, which is clocked at 2.33GHz and is manufactured using 22-nanometer manufacturing process should guarantee a great performance.
We have tried to run the “Temple Run” game. The opening of the game app took a little bit longer than expected, but the game performance was relatively smooth. Well, we have to keep in mind that this is the game of 2013, so it does not have the biggest graphic demands for the PowerVR G6430 with a frequency of 533MHz.
Camera
Nokia N1 Tablet has a 5mp snapper on the front and 8mp shooter on the back, which sounds quite reasonable for a tablet. We were not able to provide you with the camera samples yet, but we can say that the actual experience of using camera is quite good. A few test samples showed that the noise levels are kept at the decent margins, colour reproduction is quite good as well. All in all, it has a good camera for a tablet.
Z Launcher Launcher Experience
The Nokia N1 tablet is one of the firsts to use the Android 5.0 operating system with the proprietary Z1 launcher on top of it.
Indeed, the Z Launcher can be downloaded on Google Play, but since this tablet is made by Nokia, it comes pre-installed on the N1 tablet. The thing we liked most about this launcher is the fact that it is smooth, fast and simple. Also, the user can directly interface to write in the first application you want to open any letter, Chinese applications are also applicable to this search rules.
Z Launcher application list and Windows Phone are very similar, except that it is more stylish than the big color Windows Phone and more dynamic. About Android 5.0 operating system does not have too many things to share with you, it is not much different compared to previous performance in the Android tablet, personally think that the words such as “first China-made Android 5.0 Tablet PC” out as a propaganda point I’m really sorry Nokia brand. Experience the best Android tablet system is definitely not preloaded Z Launcher Nokia N1.
Final Words
All in all, Nokia N1 tablet shapes up to be a great device. It has all it needs to be called a great tablet: great display, processor, Ram, internal storage, Android 5.0 out of the box with the fast and responsive Nokia’s Z launcher on top of that. What is more, the pricing of this device, which is 1599 yuan and 1299 yuan respectively for different storage options makes it a good buying option for those, who want to save some money by not buying the iPad mini 2.
On the other hand, we still have the open question, which leaves some room for a doubt. Did Nokia choose the right path for the comeback? Well, the tablets still seem to be popular and useful, but we believe they have to be more original. In particular, we think that manufacturers can be inspired, but not too-inspired by other companies as far as design goes. Let us know what you think about Nokia’s N1 tablet design in the social poll below.
Xiaomi had a very productive 2014. The company sold over 61.2 million smartphones last year, which is a 227 percent increase in shipment sales as compared to the previous year. With such sales, the company managed to generate CNY74.3 billion in tax inclusive sales last year, which was again a 135 percent increase as compared to 2013. Now, the company is trying to continue its impressive sales with a series of product announcements this year.
Xiaomi had hinted that it would release a flagship device among other products in January. In fact, the company is keeping a press conference on 15 January 2015 to unveil this new flagship device. Lei Jun, the founder of Xiaomi took to Weibo to announce that there is no better way to start the year than to announce a flagship device.
“There’s no better way to start 2015 than with our newest products” said Lei Jun via the official Xiaomi Weibo page (translated).
Xiaomi’s official page announced the event and said that the press conference will be held at the Beijing National Convention Center on January 15 at 2 PM. The new flagship will focus on slimness as the poster released by the company says that the phone will be thinner than the cicada’s wings (an insect). The company also said that 1000 press conference tickets will be available for sale via Xiaomi’s Mall App. Each ticket will be priced at 99 Yuan (about $16) and will be sold from January 8 starting 12 PM.
People always love slim phones, but not at the cost of top end specifications. Most slim phones have to sacrifice on battery capacity which we feel is an unnecessary move. Lets hope that Xiaomi’s new flagship (aka Xiaomi Mi5?) comes with a large battery to run atleast a day without having to connect to a charger.
We have already seen plenty of leaks of the upcoming Xiaomi Mi5 / Mi4S, and if the new flagship is anything like the leaked pictures and specs, then Xiaomi definitely has another best seller under its belt.
We expect more details in the coming days, so stay tuned to the website.
Last year, Oppo announced the OPPO N3 with the rotating camera and the OPPO R5, the world’s thinnest smartphone (Now, Vivo X5 Max currently holds this title). Today, we have information about another upcoming OPPO device which recently hit TENAA called the OPPO U3. Thanks to TENAA, we have some major information about this new OPPO smartphone.
TENAA reveals that the OPPO U3 will feature a large 5.9-inch display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. It will be powered by an eight-core processor clocked at 1.7GHz with 2GB RAM and 16GB internal storage. This storage can be further expanded via the given MicroSD card slot. The rear camera is of 13MP and comes with 4X optical zoom. Yes, this phone will reportedly feature 4X zoom which makes it even superior to the 3X zoom found on the new ASUS Zenfone ZOOM (ZX550). In fact, the phone will measure just 9mm in thickness which will make it the thinnest 4X optical Zoom smartphone in the market. The ASUS ZenFone ZOOM had a 11.95mm body, which makes it thicker than the OPPO U3. TENAA is usually right about the upcoming phone’s specs, so this could turn out to be true. The front camera is of 5MP and the other body measurements are as follows — 156.8 x 81.8mm. With the optical zoom tech inside and the large 5.9-inch display, the U3 is a bit heavy at 180grams.
The OPPO U3 is capable of recording high quality videos too, thanks to the inbuilt Asahi Kasei AK4961 high performance 32-bit advanced audio codec. This was the same codec used in the ZTE Nubia Z7 smartphone. The company will also reveal a new headset called as the OPPO PM-3 headphones along with the device. The headphone is shown in the pictures below.
Overall, the OPPO U3 comes out as a very attractive device. The specs are top notch and the 4X Zoom in particular will attract a lot of camera enthusiasts. Pricing or release dates are not yet revealed, so we’ll have to wait for a few more weeks for some official details.
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