Oukitel has a tradition in making big battery phones and its K Series is one of the best out there to offer super long battery performance. After the release of the K12 that comes with a 10000mAh battery, the Chinese manufacturer is ready to unveil the next-gen model in the Series, Oukitel K13 Pro with 11000mAh battery.

Design

Oukitel designed the K13 Pro from scratch in order to make it unique and distinguishable from the rest of the Series’ devices. It comes with a 6.41″ HD+ O-notch display covered by Asahi glass that is 2.5D curved and prismatic cut. Thanks to the O-notch design, the bezels on the 3 sides are ultra-narrow and the screen/body ratio reaches 90.3%.

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The earpiece was crafted though CNC and double oxygenation and has a distinctive red color. The same red decoration is also found around the volume and power buttons, rear cameras, LED flash, fingerprint reader, and Oukitel logo. The back panel comes in 2 patterns: Genuine leather and Kevlar.

11000mAh Battery

Of course, the killer feature is the huge battery. According to researches, there are about 3.3 billion smartphone users around the world and users generally spend an average of 3.5 to 4 hours on their phones every day, each week up to 28 hours. Using a smartphone so many hours means that a big battery is essential since finding a power outlet when on the go is a no-go. According to the company, the K13 Pro can offer 41 hours of phone calls, 54 hours of music playback, 14.5 of video playback or 11 hours of gaming. In real-life scenarios, this means about 3 to 4 days of heavy use on a single charge. With a more conservative use, you can achieve a whole week.

5V/6A Quick Charge

Having a massive battery means that fast charging is the most important thing since it can take hours to recharge. The 5V/6A fast charge will recharge the K13 Pro in just 2 hours and 20 minutes. It gains about 1% per minute from 0% to 60% so even if you forget to charge it during the night, you can give it a quick 30-60 minutes charge and you are good to go for the whole day.

Hardware

As for the rest of the hardware, it comes with MediaTek’s Helio P22 8-core SoC manufactured @12nm, backed by 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, expandable up to 128GB more via the microSD slot. In addition, there is a dual rear camera with 16MP/2MP sensors as we as an 8MP selfie shooter. It supports both fingerprint and face unlock and you can use the NFC to make mobile payments.

The device will hit the market in early November with a retail price of $189.99. during the 11.11 Global Shopping Festival on Aliexpress, it will be available for just $179.99. To learn more details about it, visit the product page.

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The biggest disadvantage of smartwatches is their battery performance. Hardware just isn’t power-friendly enough to cope with the small battery found in most watches so most models need to be recharged every day. Xiaomi’s Amazfit GTR has a long battery life but its functions are nothing to talk home about. So, I chose to try the new smartwatch from KOSPET, Prime, as they claim it has the largest battery capacity in an Android watch (1260mAh), Face ID function, a big 1.6″ display, and an All-in-One dual camera. All these features are unique in a smartwatch, according to the company. The 1260 mAh battery found inside the watch is almost 40% more than the second in place.

During my battery life tests, I managed to get more than 6 hours while running using the GPS which is the most intensive function for the battery. Also, I achieved 8 hours of phone calls before the battery died. On the other hand, I got about 55 hours on a full charge when continually wearing the watch connected to my smartphone and having heart rate monitoring and sleep monitoring on, message reminders enabled and carrying out light daily exercise (a few laps in the swimming pool). According to the company, a user can achieve up to 7 days of battery life when using just the basic functions of the phone (basic display effect and reminders).

1.6″ Super Retina Display

KOSPET adopts a 3rd-gen ceramic material for the watch’s case and both texture and color make the watch appear high-end. The display is big at 1.6″ and it’s a circular IPS panel unique in the market while the bezels are very thin resulting in a 13% larger display when compared with other smartwatches with the same dial diameter.

The selected size is in the middle of small 1.3″ displays and 2″ big displays. The former are difficult to operate as accidental touches occur all the time while the latter are too big and bulky. Also, the IPS panel ensures that you can see the content at any angle while the 400×400 resolution results in a 354 ppi density that makes everything look crisp.

World’s 1st smartwatch with Face ID

In order for a smartwatch to support face unlock, it must be equipped with a camera module and the Prime is. Other smartwatches come equipped with a camera but there’s no face unlock available. Thus, KOSPET Prime is the 1st of its kind to have that feature and the unlock takes place when you lift your hand towards your face. The performance of the feature was adequate, with only a few hiccups showing up every now and then. Overall, it was useful and offers added security and privacy.

World’s 1st all-in-one Dual Camera

As mentioned above, the KOSPET Prime comes with a 2MP front-facing camera and an 8MP side camera. The camera is positioned in a small raised part on just 4mm higher than the case and looks like a button, combining practicability with design. It is pretty useful, especially when running or have your smartphone away and want to answer or make a video call. The photo quality isn’t exceptional though but that’s not something you’d expect from a smartwatch, is it?

Multiple Sports Modes and Comprehensive Health Management

With software and hardware improving year over year, sports function in smartwatches has evolved from just running or walking to supporting multiple sports. Prime supports nine sports including indoor/outdoor walking (running), outdoor cycling, basketball, football, etc. I haven’t managed to test all modes so I can’t say for sure how good they are. In addition, the device comes with GPS built-in supporting 3 satellite systems. This results in faster and more accurate location lock.

What’s more, KOSPET Prime also comes with motion monitoring to correct bad postures during workout and improve the results you get from exercise.

Conclusion

This is the first smartwatch I’ve used in a long time and it was both strange and familiar to me. I needed some time to get used to the interface and operation but at the same time it was familiar as it practically is an Android smartphone on your wrist. KOSPET has more to offer than its latest flagship, like the KOSPET Hope, the world’s 1st ceramic Android Watch with 3GB/32GB memory, Brave, the 1st PI68 4G smartwatch, the Optimus Series that sports dual 4G, and KOSPET Vision.

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Last week, Ulefone announced its 2 new rugged models that will soon hit the market featuring huge battery and Helio P70: Ulefone Armor 3W and 3WT. Today, the company released an official hands-on video of the devices so let’s take a look at their features and performance.

Following the company’s standards when it comes to rugged phones, both are certified by IP68/IP69K as well as MIL-STD-810G. As you can see in the video, water, dust, and drop resistance are top of the line as it happens with all Ulefone rugged phones. Featuring the powerful all-around Helio P70 SoC helped the user in the video play heavy games like PUBG, listen to music, watch videos, go through social network updates, etc. The phone ran smoothly in all cases with no performance glitches. The 21MP rear camera is adequate for everyday use while GPS, Glonass, and Beidou triple navigation system can quickly and accurately lock on satellites and help you find your way.

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In the video, you can also see the walkie-talkie version of Armor 3W -Armor 3WT- that supports 1W/2W hardware intercom with frequency range of 400-470MHz that enables you to communicate with other walkie-talkie devices in the area without the need of cellular coverage.

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As far as hardware is concerned, both devices come with a huge, 10300mAh battery with 18W and MTK PE+2.0 fast charge, 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. The display is a 5.7″ FHD+ one with 18:9 aspect ratio, and there is also an 8MP selfie shooter that supports face unlock. In addition, the devices come with a fingerprint sensor, dual-4G/dual-VoLTE, NFC with Google Pay, global frequency band support, and run Android 9 Pie. And they can be used for underwater photography as well.

According to the company, the global presale should begin next week but until now we don’t know the exact pricing. You can see all the details for Armor 3W here and for its walkie-talkie sibling here.

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Apple is the indisputable king of the smartwatch industry with its sales reaching almost 50% of the total amount. On Tuesday, they released their newest model, Apple Watch Series 5 that, if it wasn’t for an always-on display, it would be a minuscule update. However, the battery life still sucks as the company hints less than a day’s life on a single charge.

The always-on display is definitely a nice feature but most users would prefer longer battery life, NFC, and wireless charging anytime. Well, Kospet is getting ready to release such a watch, Kospet Prime, and judging from the photos leaked earlier, it will sport NFC as well as wireless charging.

But that’s not the only advantages. According to information, the battery will be the biggest ever on a smartwatch at 1260mAh and will allow for up to 3 days of use or 7 days of standby on a single charge. Also, there will be two 8MP cameras that will allow for shooting photos and making video calls without the need of your smartphone. And it will support Face Unlock too!

Lastly, rumors talk about a 1.6″ round AMOLED display, bigger than other Kospet products like the Kospet Optimus Pro and Kospet Hope. What’s more, like in most of the company’s watches, memory configuration will be 3GB/32GB. If information is true, then we can’t wait to get one and test it in person!

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If someone told you to name the smartphone with the biggest battery, Blackview BV9100 would definitely be one of the first to come in mind. The 13000mAh monster hit the market last month and it can easily get you about 3 days of daily use on a single charge or more if you are a conservative user. And thanks to its 30W super-fast charging, you can go from 0% to 100% in just 2.5 hours.

In addition to the long battery life it provides, it can also act as a 13000mAh power bank to charge other devices thanks to its “reverse charge” capabilities. for example, you can recharge the iPhone XS from 0% to 100% almost 4 times! Pretty helpful when you are going to be on the road for several days.

Besides the big battery, the rest of the specs are no slouch either. Given it’s a rugged phone, one would think that it comes with mediocre specs. That’s not the case with the BV9100 as the phone comes with a 6.3″ FHD+ IPS waterdrop display, Android 9 Pie, and a power-efficient MediaTek Helio P35 octa-core SoC backed by 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage upgradeable up to 128GB more via the microSD slot. Also, there is a dual rear camera with dual Sony 16MP sensors while the selfie shooter hosts a 16MP Samsung sensor.

Being a rugged device means it is mandatory to have excellent GPS reception in case you get lost out in the wild. The Blackview BV9100 does an excellent job since it supports GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, and Galileo systems which offer top-level navigation accuracy.

And finally, the big news: The Blackview BV9100 just went on a special offer and you can get it for just $199.99 instead of the $269.99 original price. The offer is valid until September 6th so the clock is ticking!

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Although previous information was talking about the launch of Ulefone T2 hitting the market in February of 2019, it seems that the company’s planning changed and it didn’t. But now it is final and the new flagship of the Chinese manufacturer will be launched next week. Also, this delay has its advantages as it is coming with Helio P70 instead of P60.

As a flagship-level phone, the screen of Ulefone T2 is pretty much bezeless. It measures at 6.7″ with FHD+ resolution, an aspect ratio of 19:9, and is provided by Sharp. The specs of the display cover up to 98% NTSC ultra-wide color gamut to offer vivid, colorful, and crisp images.

On the inside lies the most advanced processor from MediaTek, Helio P70 AI SoC, and is backed by 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. As you can guess, it is a multitasking beast. What’s more, it packs a massive 4200mAh battery, larger than most flagship devices out there. This makes sure that you won’t run out of battery in the middle of the day. And even if you do, the 18W fast charging will get you up and running fast. Also, it supports wireless charging as well thanks to the 3D Glass back cover.

In terms of camera performance, the Ulefone T2 comes with a dual rear setup with 16MP/8MP sensors that, with the help of the new high-resolution depth engine of Helio P70, gives a 3X boost in depth-mapping performance, and captures richer details. The selfie shooter hosts an 8MP sensor that can also be used for Face Unlock.

The rest of the specs are what a flagship deserves to have, so there is NFC with GPay support for easy contactless payments, a smart Hi-Fi audio chip that offers high-quality music reproduction, and support for 18 4G/LTE frequency bands that cover more than 90% of the world’s network carriers. Oh, there’s also dual 4G/dual VoLTE support too.

The Ulefone T2 will start its presale next week but the price isn’t known for the time being. We assume it will be revealed soon. To see all the specs and features of the new flagship, visit the official product page here.

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The latest member of the Power Series, Ulefone Power 6, has been in the market long enough to get the praises and good reputation from users as well as media. Dozens of promotional videos are already available concerning its performance and durability but today Ulefone is releasing a new video demonstrating the camera performance of Power 6. Let’s take a look.

As shown in the video, the dual rear camera that hosts a 16MP Sony IMX298 main sensor and a 2MP secondary perform really well. The details captured seem rich, the dynamic range looks satisfying and colors appear more or less as they really are. The camera app comes with multiple modes like Beauty mode, Bokeh mode, Mono mode, and Pro mode, satisfying different shooting demands. The photo shot with Bokeh effect looks impressive. We should mention that the selfie shooter also hosts a 16MP sensor in the waterdrop notch also offering high-resolution images and excellent beauty mode performance.

Ulefone Power 6 comes with a 6.3″ FHD+ display and is powered by the Helio P35 AI SoC backed by 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. Also, the phone supports OTG function and reverse charging, face and fingerprint unlock, GPS/Glonass/Beidou/Galileo, global network support, NFC with Google Pay, and runs on the brand-new Android 9 Pie.

Starting today, you can get the Power 6 for just $159.99 on Banggood until July 29th. For more information about other products, you can visit the official Ulefone website.

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In the phone industry (and all other industries), obtaining a high-value product means spending much money while spending much money doesn’t guarantee that you’ll get a high-value product. Thankfully, there are companies that break this rule. This is the case with the Blackview BV6100, the world’s largest rugged outdoor phone that just went on sale today at just $149.99.

The BV6100 is a rugged phone from Blackview and therefore it carries all the goodies that the company’s phones feature. So, it comes with IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810G certifications that make it ideal for outdoor sports like surfing or rock climbing to industrial environments like construction sites.

Also, unlike traditional rugged phones, the BV6100 sports a stylish design making it suitable for formal occasions even. The front and rear have a glass design and the body manages to remain relatively slim at only 11.5mm. Its design makes it look almost like other mainstream smartphones in the market so you can use it even if you are an office worker. As a matter of fact, it even has a shortcut key for split screen function, useful for multitasking office workers.

Moving on to its display, the BV6100 transforms into a gaming phone as the enormous 6.88″ display lets you enjoy an immersive game experience. It is also ideal for media consuming such as videos and photos. And if you find yourself in an occasion where you want to share files with your friend, it is super-easy as it comes with NFC support and all you have to do is approach your friend’s device to start transmitting. No pairing is needed and since it uses a low-power chip, it runs on low amounts of power.

Other features include excellent positioning function as there is GPS, Glonass, Beidou, and Galileo support. What’s more, it could work even if you got lost and began to move towards the North Pole, as it remains functional from -30℃ to +60℃. And if you think that the battery might run out, there is the 5580mAh battery with up to 600h of standby time. You can even charge your friend’s phone using the reverse charging function. Just connect the two phones with an OTC cable and start charging.

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Rugged phones are Blackview’s specialty and they are pretty good at it. But as the market is becoming more and more competitive, the Chinese manufacturer decided to expand the BV series with the largest display rugged phone to date, Blackview BV6100 that comes with a 6.88″ screen.

The BV6100 was originally announced during the shown at the MWC 2019 conference together with the BV9700 Pro flagship and the photos that have surfaced confirm previous leaks and renderings. The phone sports a slim frame and rounded corners while the killer feature remains the big display. That big of a display is rather convenient while browsing the web, playing games or watching videos so many users will be happy with it.

Apart from the large display, rumors say that it should come with a monster battery as well and it is safe to assume that these rumors are safe since Blackview always equips its devices with bigger than the competition batteries. The nitch feature of the display is the fact that the notch isn’t placed in the top middle but on the upper right corner instead and it is what the company calls the “Cape of Good Hope”.

More information will surface soon as it is said that launch will take place this month, so stay tuned and join the activity on their website.

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Big Battery phones are a bit misunderstood as most people think that their main and most important feature is their battery life. But now that hardware has surpassed software’s capabilities, big battery phones are pretty capable of doing anything you want. The Ulefone Power 6 is a perfect example of this as, besides the big battery, it comes with pretty solid features as well. This is showcased in the following video that shows the performance of Power 6. Let’s have a closer look.

As you can see, the Power 6 scored 82,117 on AnTuTu Benchmark while the single core score on Geekbench 4 is 906 points and the multi-core score is 3,725 points. That’s about the same as the Qualcomm Snapdragon 632. This performance is the result of using Helio P35 octa-core SoC clocked at up to 2.3GHz.

Besides the benchmarks, the user tested real-world performance using Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, and played PUBG and Arena of Valor. Thanks to the snappy Helio P35 apps load faster and the device delivers a smooth gaming experience without stutters. Helio P35 uses ARM’s A53 codes and is manufactured using the 12nm FinFET process from TSMC and that helps with good performance and low power consumption.

Besides the excellent battery life, the device also comes with a large 6.3″ waterdrop display as well as 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. There is a dual rear camera with 16MP/2MP sensors and a front 16MP one that supports Face unlock combined with Fingerprint unlock for ultimate protection. Lastly, there is GPS/Glonass/Beidou/Galileo navigation system, global network support, NFC, and Android 9 Pie.

To sum up, if you are looking for an affordable and practical smartphone with a large battery and balanced configuration, Power 6 should definitely be among your choices. It is currently on promotion right now on Banggood and you can get it for just $159.99 with the offer expiring on July 7th. Apart from that, the phone has already arrived at distributors and deliveries should begin soon.

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Being an established rugged smartphone manufacturer, Blackview has successfully released many rugged devices that offer protection from water, dust, and accidental drops. Over the last years, more manufacturers surfaced offering similar phones but Blackview has managed to remain among the top companies. The recent release of the BV9700 Pro flagship is a perfect example of their expertise and now it is time for their next model to hit the market. We are talking about the BV6100 rugged phablet with the enormous, 6.88″ display.

The Blackview BV6100 was initially announced during the MWC 2019 and the pictures provided by Blackview confirm the leaked photos and renderings we’ve seen in the past with some differences in display size and rounded corners. The killer feature, of course, is the 6.88″ display that many could say belongs to the tablet market but if you think about it, there are many smartphones with similar display size. A 6.88″ display is rather convenient when browsing the web, playing games or watching videos so many users will be happy with it.

Apart from the large display, rumors say that it should come with a monster battery as well and that can be considered almost certain as Blackview has a rich past with big battery phones. In addition, the device features a rather uncommon notch named “Cape of Good Hope” by the company since it sits right in the upper right corner of the display.

For the time being that’s all the information we have for the upcoming phablet but soon more will be available since it will be released in July. At the same time, the latest flagship from Blackview, BV9700 Pro, is still in global presale and you can grab one at a reduced price together with free gifts. If you are interested in new features like Night Vision Camera, Air Quality Detection, and Heart Rate monitor, visit the promo page.

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Ulefone Power 6 is the latest addition to the Power Series of the company and its official launch took place on June 17th. Only a few days later, the Chinese manufacturer posted the first hands-on video demonstrating the battery monster. Does it live up to the expectations of a battery flagship? Let’s see in the video below.

In the video, we can finally see the design of the device with the 6.3″ FHD+ display being surrounded by very thin bezels. The 19.5:9 aspect ratio delivers a more immersive and broader vision while the body curves offer a comfortable grip. Also seen on the video is the fast unlocking either with the fingerprint reader or through face unlock. Also, the Helio P35 SoC found in Power 6 is powerful enough to handle almost everything with the help of 4GB of RAM. The user in the video executed various app use scenarios that we use in everyday life and the phone remained smooth and fast.

On the camera side, there is a 16MP/2MP dual rear camera which supports different modes, like Bokeh mode, Pro Mode, etc and that helps the user choose the mode according to his liking. Meanwhile, the selfie shooter features a 16MP sensor for crisp selfie photos. And if you decide to go on a trip, don’t worry about getting lost as the phone packs four navigation systems (GPS/Glonass/Beidou/Galileo) and provides accurate and fast positioning. Also, the 6350mAh battery is larger than all current flagships without adding much thickness to the body and will easily get through 2 days of use.

Lastly, the Power 6 runs on Android 9 Pie that combines a friendly UX, smooth operation, excellent resource management, and secure environment. In addition, there is NFC support for contactless payments. The phone is currently on promotion over at Gearbest selling for just $159.99. Also, from June 24th to June 30th, 20 units each day will be offered for just $139.99 using coupon GBMPULEP6.

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UMIDIGI has announced a new series for power-hungry users and the lineup is aptly called as the UMIDIGI Power. This announcement comes after releasing the two popular models from the company, namely the mid-range 48MP photography flagships UMIDIGI S3 Pro and UMIDIGI F1 Play.

The company wants to be the ‘Technology Fashion Pioneer’, by bringing a large battery flagship inside a comfortable form factor. Well, this is true to some extent as the phone comes with a large 5150mAh battery with 18W fast charging and NFC inside a pocket-friendly 8.8mm body.

UMIDIGI Power is equipped with a high density 5150mAh big battery with 18W fast charge and NFC, and with the company’s industry-leading battery technology, the Power is just an 8.8mm thin pocket-friendly phone. It comes with a 6.3-inch waterdrop in-cell LTPS display with FHD+ resolution (2340 x 1080p) with 2.5D curved glass on top. The company has ensured that the form factor is comfortable by reducing the bezel size overall. With the help of a narrow waterdrop notch, the UMIDIGI Power boasts of an impressive 92.7% screen-to-body ratio.

The UMIDIGI Power is said to go on global sale on April 22. Price is yet to be revealed. But currently, the company is recruiting 10 UMIDIGI Power trial users to experience the phone for free. The winners will help the company to test the phone to improve its experience in the initial period. Finally, there are 10 units up for giveaway from the company. Check out more details from here.

You can check out the full specs of the UMIDIGI Power from below.

• Screen: 6.3’’ 19.5: 9 Waterdrop advanced in-cell LTPS Display
• CPU : MTK, Helio P35,  8xCortex-A53, up to 2.3GHz
• GPU : IMG PowerVR GE8320, up to 680MHz
• RAM : 4GB
• Internal memory: 64GB
• Rear camera: 16MP + 5MP, F/1.8 aperture, 6-element lens
• Front camera: 16MP front camera
• Connectivity: Both SIM slots are compatible with 4G, support 4G VoLTE in both slots simultaneously.
  
• 2G: GSM 2 /3 /5 /8
  3G: WCDMA 1 /2 /4 /5 /6 /8 /19
  4G: TDD-LTE 38 /40 /41
  4G: FDD-LTE 1 /2 /3 /4 /5 /7 /8 /12 /13 /17 /18 /19 /20 /26 /28A /28B
          
• Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, USB Type-C, 3.5mm audio jack, OTG
• Battery : 5150mAh
• Quick Charge: 18W Fast Charge
• Dimensions :157 mm*74.5 mm*8.8 mm
• Weight : 190g
• Other: NFC, FM radio, gravity sensors, proximity, light sensor, fingerprint scanner
• Colors: Black, Gold
  

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