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MTK introduces new SoCs like the 4G-supported MTK MT6753

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Recently, MTK has been releasing SoCs one after the other. Last night, MediaTek’s newest product roadmap was published online featuring a new SoC called the MTK MT6753.

The MTK MT6752 was first announced early this year and will be released during the Q4 season. It is a 64-bit octa-core chipset that uses Cortex-A53 cores. This is MTK’s second 64-bit processor since the MT6732. It uses the ARM Mali-T760 GPU and supports 16mp display screens. It also has support for TD/FDD LTE internet, and other types of networks.

The MTK MT6753 is more of a gift for China Telecom-supported devices. It comes with support for CDMA 2000 1x and EVDO Rev.A as well as 3G and 4G networks. This chip is a Christmas gift for both cellphone users and manufacturers. It only has a frequency of 1.3-1.5GHz, however, which is lower than the MT6752. It also only supports display screens with resolutions up to 1080p.

It seems to be mainly targeted at mid to somewhat-high end devices. Although the 640bit octa-core MTK MT6795 chipset is at the top of the roadmap, as you can see from the graph, it is not China Telecom-supported. Despite its low specs, the MT6753 is and hopefully an upgraded version will be released soon. We can expect one during the Q2 season of 2015.

If you do not like octa-core SoCs, you can also check out MTK’s 4G quad-core processors like the MT6735 and MT6735M. Both use A53 cores and have a frequency range of 1.3-1.5GHz, and 1.0GHz. It also has support for 8mp photos and 1080p/30fps video recording. They should be released by the end of the Q1 season of 2015 or the beginning of the Q2 season.

It is worth noting that this graph was reposted by insider analyst Bo JiuTAng who verified the existence of the MT6735.

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Xiaomi Mi4 low-end edition: price cut down to1599 RMB (261.36 USD) while 4G version to cost 1799 RMB (294.05 USD)

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Many users are wondering about the release of the low-end version of the Xiaomi Mi4 and its price. Now, insiders reveal that it will go on sale during 11th October’s big sale. The 3G version will cost 1599 RMB (261.36 USD) while the 4G version will cost 1799(294.18 USD). The biggest difference between the original Mi4 and its low end version is that the RAM has been lowered from 3GB to 2GB. Other than that, the low-end version’s specs are almost the same.

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The Coolpad Dashen F2 3G edition: Too cheap for Qualcomm?

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Coolpad recently released a promotional poster for the upcoming China Unicom version of the Coolpad Dashen F2 which is supposed to cost 999 RMB (163.29 USD) and have a 64-bit processor from Qualcomm. Although they will not mention what it is, they may not be happy about the way it will be released.

The Coolpad Dashen F2 uses the Snapdragon 615 64-bit SoC which is Qualcomm’s mid-end cellphone SoC. The HTC D820 uses it and costs about 2000 RMB (326.90 USD). Considering the price of the Dashen F2, Qualcomm may think its price is too low.

According to reports, this phone has a 5.5-inch 720p display screen, 2GB RAM, a 13mp camera as well as support for dual-SIM cards. It goes on sale on October 28.

 

Oppo’s thinnest phone’s thickness has been comfirmed

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Phones are becoming thinner and thinner, even Apple followed this trend and we saw the thinnest iPhone and iPad ever. The thinnest phone in the world right now is Gionee ELIFE S5.1 which is 5.15mm thick, and here is another Chinese brand starting to make a thinner cell phone, thikness is 4.XX mm.

The phone belong to OPPO’s R series, will be launched along with OPPO N3 will be 4.8-4.9mm thick.

Let’s wait for the products lauch on 29th October.

Gionee F301: Specs for the first cellphone to use MTK MT6732 processor

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Earlier in September, the Gionee F301 cellphone received its network license. Now, as its release date comes closer, Gionee has revealed its specifications. The Gionee F301 will be the first cellphone to use MTK’s MT6732 quad-core processor (1.5GHz). It also has the Mali-T760 GPU and a multi-band LTE modem. It can support 4G, 3G, and GSM networks (TD-LTE, TD-SCDMA, GSM), as well as dual-SIM.

Regarding its specs, the Gionee F301 has a 4.7-inch HD screen (1280 x 720), 1GB RAM, 8GB ROM, a 5mp front-facing camera, an 8mp rear-facing camera, and a 2000mAh battery. Its operating system is the Android 4.2-customized Amigo 2.5. It also has an electric compass among other things. Regarding its design, so far, there is only a white version. Its length and width are 134.4mm and 66.9mm, respectively. It also has a thickness of only 7.8mm.

Video: Zopo ZP999 now on pre-sale for $399

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Zopo Zp999 is one of the best breed of Android smartphone  carrying next gen MT6595 processor from Mediatek. Zopo Zp999 is now available for pre-order at Oppomart. This beast is listed for $399 which might prove to be a steal deal. With this release, direct competitor for MX4 is born with the same SoC under its hood.

Zopo ZP999  features a 2.2 GHz Octa-core MT6595 SoC ( coupled with  PowerVR G6200 GPU ) and assisted by 3 GB RAM and 32 GB of internal storage. As you would have guessed the software is Android 4.4.4 which proves to offer a rich Android experience and efficient multi tasking.

The display size is 5.5 inch, laced with 1080P resolution. For photography, there is a Sony’s state-of-the-art 14-megapixel backside illumination (BSI) rear camera. A 5-megapixel front snapper is also present  for selfies.

Zopo Zp999 has an 2,700 mAh which isn’t impressive for a 5.5 incher. Connectivity options include 4G LTE / 3G, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac/b/g/n, Bluetooth with A2DP, GPS, GLONASS, and Dual-Sim support. Zopo ZP999 will be available in black or white color options.

Pre-orders for the phone have started at $399,  and the pre-sales customers will get a Official Leather Case & screen protector as complimentary gifts. You can Pre-order Zopo ZP999 here.

Zopo Zp999 is definitely an impressive device which will help ZOPO to get back in the game. So what is your opinion on this, which one do you prefer MX4 or Zp999 ? Let us know, comment below.

Rumor: OPPO R5 may be a 4.xx mm thin smartphone

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Cellphone companies have always strived to make the thinnest cellphone possible from Oppo to Vivo, and later Gionee whose latest Elife cellphone is 5.1mm setting the Guinness world record for thinnest cellphone in the world. But it looks like this may change soon as it has been rumoured among certain Weibo users that OPPO R5 may produce a smartphone that is between 4mm and 5mm thick.

As of now, this rumor has not been confirmed, so, we can only wait.

 

Xiaomi Red Mi Note may run MIUI 6

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So far, out of Xiaomi’s products, only the Mi4, Mi3, Mi2/2S, and MI2A can run the MIUI 6 operating system.The Xiaomi Red Mi and Red Mi Note are the only ones that have not been able to try it until now.

@MIUI_ROM released a photo that showed what appeared to be the MIUI 6 running on the Xiaomi Red Mi Note, specifically, the Red Mi Note Enhanced Edition. The OS is based on the Android 4.4.4 and is the MIUI version 4.10.22.

As of now, Xiaomi has not announced when Red Mi Note users can upgrade their operating systems, but based on this photo, it looks like it could happen sooner than you think.Xiaomi Red Mi Note Xiaomi Red Mi Note

Lenovo S90: Check out these pictures of this iPhone 6 clone

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Does anybody remember that iPhone 6 lookalike, the Lenovo S90? It looks like it is finally going on sale.

This phone has a 5-inch 720p display screen, a quad-core processor (1.2GHz), 1GB RAM, 16GB ROM, an 8mp front-facing camera, and a 13mp rear-facing camera. As for its operating system, it runs the Android 4.4.4.

As you can see from the photos, it looks pretty similar to the iPhone 6, but fortunately, it does not have a protruding camera. This phone costs 1999 RMB (326.36 USD) and should attract many female consumers.

Axgio Opened Store on Amazon

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China-based Cellphone maker Axgio has opened an official store named Axgio US on Amazon.com, the world’s biggest online shopping platform, in an effort to better serve customers in the US.

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All of Axgio’s products have been shipped to Amazon’s US-based warehouse, so that local customers can receive their packages within one week. The mobile phone company uses Amazon’s logistics system, which usually delivers a package in 4-7 days after payment. If choosing Amazon’s Two-Day Shipping service, you get your package the next day.

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Axgio’s has launched 3 cellphone models, Wing W2, Neon N1, and Neon N2Q in succession.The first two are 4-core HD-display smartphones and already for sale on Amazon for USD94.99 and USD105.99, respectively. Neon N2Q, the 8-core qHD smartphone, will be available on Amazon in about 2 weeks.

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Axgio US sells some mobile phone accessories, too, such as the PowerStream-series mobile power banks and PowerSlot-Series USB chargers. One of charges, named PowerSlot L6U, has 6 USB ports to charge 6 mobile devices at the same time. And the company’s power banks range from 2,600mAh to 12,000mAh, with more to come.

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Axgio often offer coupons on Amazon for customers to get its products at lower prices. Last week, the Wing W2 and Neon N1 were marked down to USD74.99 and USD95.99 this way.

Official website:http://axgio.com/

Amazon store:http://www.amazon.com/gp/aag/main?ie=UTF8&asin=&isAmazonFulfilled=1&isCBA=&marketplaceID=ATVPDKIKX0DER&orderID=&seller=A3UTW95HYD8ZC1

The VEB V2 (199,999 RMB/32,631 USD) is the most expensive Chinese cellphone around

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What is the most expensive Chinese cellphone? It is probably this one.

An Android 3G cellphone called the VEB V2 recently went on sale online and its biggest selling point is said to be the fact that it uses a third-generation 128-bit encryption chip, similar to the ones that China’s big four banks use for security purposes.

The price is unbelievable as the VEB V2 costs up to 199,999 RMB. The specs though are very week. It only has a 4-inch 480 x 800 display and 512MB RAM.

VEB’s other devices are not exactly cheap either. Their cheapest phone costs 7999 RMB (1305.11 USB), while their two other devices cost 37999 RMB (6199.87) and 49999 RMB (8157.78 USD).

 

Flyme 4.0: Closed beta tests for Meizu MX2 and MX3 versions to begin soon

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At the launch of the Meizu MX4, the company promised that the Flyme 4.0 OS would also work on the MX3 and possibly the MX2 based on the circumstances. Now, Meizu has confirmed that the Meizu MX2’s OS would also run the Flyme 4.0.

This morning, according to Flyme’s official Weibo account, the firmware for the Flyme 4.0 for the Meizu MX2 and MX3 will soon undergo closed beta tests, and 500 users can participate in each of the two tests. Take note that, according to Meizu, once their operating systems are upgraded to the Flyme 4.0 OS, the user cannot bring them back to the Flyme 3.0, so those interested in participating should carefully consider. Since Meizu’s engineers are already working on the Flyme 4.0, updates for the Flyme 3.0 should stop by early next week.

New OPPO device partially shown in new poster

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On October 29, OPPO will hold a launch event in Beijing for the OPPO N3 as well as another new device.

Now, OPPO has released an interesting photo with the tagline, “Good things come in pairs. Get ready for one surprise after the other!” The photo shows the OPPO N3 as well as another phone partially hidden behind the curtain.

AUX T9100L (AUX Daqi II) is AUX’s second 4G cellphone

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Recently, AUX released an upgraded version of the AUX T8300. It is called the Daqi II, otherwise known as the AUX T9100L.

As part of the AUX PAR Daqi series, which is known for its big screens, the AUX T9100L sports a 5.5-inch IPS display with HD resolution (1280 x 720) that uses OGS technology. It also has 1GB RAM, 8GB ROM, an 8mp dual-camera, a 2400mAh battery, as well as the Android 4.4 operating system. It also has the usual sensors that you would find in these phones.

The AUX T9100L is the company’s second 4G phone and has support for 4G 3G, GSM networks, as well as dual-SIM. Its processor is the MTK6582. The first version that will be released is the white version and it has a thickness of about 9mm. Overall, this is not a bad phone.

Meizu MX4 Silver Wings Edition: Check out the metal frame in these photos

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On the 21st, at the Meizu-Aliyun joint launch in Beijing, the Meizu MX4 Silver Wings Edition was released along with the YunSO version of the MX4.

There really is not any difference between this edition and the regular edition when it comes to their specifications. One of the few differences is that this version has a metal frame making it look like it has “silver wings.”

This version will go on sale on Singles Day with 10,000 phones in stock. The 16GB version costs 1799 RMB (293.71 USD). Here are some photos of the Meizu MX4 Silver Wings Edition.

 

Nibiru Saturn 1 (Tianyu NT1): Nibiru releases a new phone for the elderly

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As China’s population continues to age faster, more companies, including cellphone companies, are trying to cater to the elderly. Nibiru had previously announced that they will release a cellphone for middle-aged and elderly users called the “Nibiru Saturn 1.” Now, a picture of what appears to be this phone has been released online.

The Nibiru Saturn 1, or the Nibiru Tianyu NT1, has an interesting design that should accommodate older users.  Notice the small button under the rear-facing camera with the letters “SOS” under it. Older users can just press this button when they need assistance. This feature is pretty common among devices aimed at older users. It also has a thickness of about 7mm, making it one of the thinnest cellphones for older users around.     Regarding its specs, the Nibiru Saturn 1 sports a 4.5-inch FWVGA display screen. For older users, specifications are not actually that important. They are more interested in any improvements of the operating system which Nibiru confidently says they have made innovated changes to its design.

ZTE V5 Max and V5S goes official

ZTE has officially launched its new budget smartphones under V5 series –ZTE V5s and ZTE V5 Max in China. ZTE V5 Max and V5S are priced at 999 yuan (164$) and 899 yuan (147$) respectively. Well, the interesting part is these two handset runs on Qualcomm’s latest 64-bit processor.ZTE-V5S-480x371

Coming to specifications, ZTE V5 Max is placed in upper mid-range tier offering  a 5.5-inch IPS screen with 1280×720 of screen resolution, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor (Adreno 306 GPU) coupled with  2 GB RAM and  16 GB internal storage (supports Micro SD Card up to 32 GB). A 13-Mp rear camera and a 5-Mp front snapper completes the imaging hardware part. A 3,100 mAh battery promises a better juice.ZTE-V5-MAX-480x288

And ZTE V5S  offers a  5-inch HD display, 1GB of RAM  and 8GB internal storage, the battery capacity is reduced to 2400 mAh. Other configurations are remains same as ZTE V5 Max.These phones runs on Android KitKat(v 4.4.4) with nubia 2.5 UI skin on top.

Additionally, these phone features  one-handed mode, free shots, double-bright screen, palm lock screen, multi-screen interactive and more. ZTE V5 Max and ZTE V5S comes with attractive red, blue fashion, youth green, yellow flavors. Not just this, ZTE has planned to provide  a smart holster, the Red Devils headphones, and a protective case as complimentary gifts. ZTE V5 Max and V5s will be available in stores starting from November 24.

What is your opinion on this, worth a wait? Let us know, comment below.

 

Meizu released More back covers in different colors for Meizu MX4

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Recently, it was revealed that Meizi will produce more rear cases for the Meizu MX4 in other colors. So far, some pictures like this one have revealed that Meizu may release rear cases in green and orange. But according to the contributor of the photos, these rear cases are for phones that are still in development. Meizu has not officially announced when they will release them or if they have any plans to do so.

A few days ago, besides launching the YunOS version of the Meizu MX4 in cooperation with Aliyun, Meizu also released a silver version of the MX4. Now, consumers have more choices. In addition, they made some changes to the regular Meizu MX4 such as its craftsmanship.

ZTE Xiaoxian (A880): ZTE and China Telecom team up for new cellphone

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Yesterday afternoon, ZTE, in collaboration with China Telecom, released a new 4G phone called the ZTE Xiaoxian phone (ZTE A880).

This 4G phone sports a very beautiful design. The first version uses the panda design (black front/white back). This will be followed by yellow, green, and red versions. Its dimensions are 141.2 x 73.3 x 8.9mm.

The most appealing thing about the ZTE Xiaoxian is its camera specifications. It has an 8mp dual-camera with an f/2.2 aperture and 88 degree wide angle. Among its features, you can take photos by voice command.

A 64-bit cellphone, the ZTE Xiaoxian cellphone has the Snapdragon 410 (MSM8916) quad-core chipset, 1G RAM, 8G ROM, a 2300mAh battery, a 5-inch display screen with 720p resolution, and support for China Telecom 4G (TD-LTE, FDD-LTE), 3G, 2G, and dual-SIM. Its operating system is based on the Android 4.4.

This phone costs 699 RMB (114.24 USD).