AI video generators use artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to automatically create videos from various input data, such as images, text, or audio. These generators can be used for a wide range of purposes, such as creating promotional videos, educational content, or even personalized videos for social media. The technology behind AI video generators is constantly improving, allowing for more sophisticated and realistic videos to be generated with minimal human intervention. While these generators can save time and resources, there are also concerns about their impact on traditional video production and the potential for misuse, such as deepfakes. Google has unveiled its latest addition to the AI race, and it’s exactly what you think it is – an AI Video Generator.

Google is determined to catch up with its competitors in the generative AI field, and it seems that the tech giant has set its sights on video generation. Although AI image generation has seen plenty of progress, video generation is a new frontier with no clear leader. Google hopes to change that with its new AI video generator, codenamed “Phenaki.” With Phenaki, users can input a text prompt, and the AI will create a short video clip that represents the prompt. While the technology is still in its early stages, Google has already put artificial guardrails in place to prevent the generator from creating deep fake videos. Even more surprisingly, Google CEO Sundar Pichai has publicly expressed his support for government regulation of AI-based technologies such as Phenaki.

To prevent the creation and spread of harmful videos using such software, there is a need for constraints on AI video generation. These constraints can take various forms, such as limiting the types of content that can be generated, requiring transparency in the use of the technology, and implementing legal and ethical frameworks to govern its use. It remains to be seen when or if Phenaki will be available to the public, but it’s clear that Google is investing heavily in this exciting new technology.

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Microsoft’s Edge browser is introducing its version of Video Super Resolution (VSR), a technology that improves the quality of low-resolution videos. The feature is currently available to 50% of Edge insiders and will be enabled for the rest, later. Users can also enable this feature manually by changing the browser’s flag.

The AI-powered VSR technology removes compression artifacts and enhances text clarity in videos, improving the viewing experience. The technology is limited to low-resolution videos, specifically videos with resolutions lower than 720p, and videos that are not protected by Digital Rights Management (DRM), which means it may not work on premium streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and Prime Video.

The technology requires significant computational power, and as such, Microsoft has limited its use to devices with NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPUs (GeForce RTX 20, 30, and 40 Series with Tensor Cores) and AMD Radeon RX GPUs (Radeon RX 5700 up to Radeon RX 7800). The technology is only available when the device is connected to AC power and the video being played has a height and width greater than 192 pixels.

While the technology is limited to discrete GPUs, Microsoft is working on automatic hybrid GPU support for laptops with multiple GPUs. This means that future versions of the technology may utilize both the integrated and discrete GPUs on laptops.

Due to the computation power required to cleanup and upscale videos, video super resolution (VSR) is currently offered only when the following conditions are met:

The device has one of the following GPUs:
NVIDIA RTX 20/30/40 series OR AMD RX5700-RX7800 series GPUs.
The video is played at less than 720p resolution.
The device is connected to AC power.
Both the height and width of the video are greater than 192 pixels.
The video is not protected with Digital Rights Management technologies like PlayReady or Widevine. Frames from these protected videos are not accessible to the browser for processing.
We are working on automatic Hybrid GPU support for laptops with multiple GPUs. Meanwhile, you can try VSR by changing Windows settings to force Edge to run on your discrete GPU.

When the feature is enabled, you will see an HD icon in the address bar. Clicking the icon will allow you to enable or disable the feature.

If you would like the try the feature out manually, you can enable the feature in edge://flags/#edge-video-super-resolution.

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Ulefone is a well-established brand in the rugged smartphone market and its latest flagship -Armor 7- not only can withstand extreme working conditions but is a great performer too. Of course, there are other famous brands on the market as well and today’s video puts Armor 7 against the famous CAT S61. Let’s check out how the 2 rugged flagships performed in the video down below.

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Ulefone’s Armor 7 sports the Helio P90 SoC backed by 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage and this bundle achieves a score of 210472 points in AnTuTu Benchmark test, 2 times higher than its famous opponent. App launching and multitasking is much faster and smooth on Armor 7 compared to CAT S61 and even large games like Arena of Valor and PUBG run without and hiccups. Also, Armor 7’s camera performance is far superior to that on the S61 as it comes with a triple rear camera with 48MP main sensor that captures detailed photos with lower noise and bright colors, close to the original subject. On the other hand, the result on CAT S61 seems a bit dim. The overall user experience is superior on the Armor 7.

Lastly, there’s another field where the Armor 7 excels in: price. It currently is on sale on Aliexpress selling at just $369.99 whereas its opponent’s original price is $999, almost triple! It’s clear that famous brands aren’t always the best choice. If you are interested, you can grab the Armor 7 on Aliepxress. For more details about the company and its other products, check out their official website.

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Ulefone Armor X6 belongs to the entry-level rugged smartphone series of the Chinese manufacturer and so far, we’ve seen it go through various durability tests that have to do with water and drop resistance. Today, the company released a crazy test showing the Armor X6 being stepped over by a car! Let’s see what happened.

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As you can see in the video, the car’s wheel passes many times over the Armor X6 and still, the device remains fully functional and in one piece! Neither the body nor the screen got any cracks or any other kind of damages. It seems that the MIL-STD-810G certification does its job well.

As for the rest of its specs, these include a power-efficient 4-core SoC backed by 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage. Also, there is a big, 4000mAh battery and a 5″ HD display. On the camera department, there’s a dual camera on the back with 8MP/5MP setup and a 2MP selfie shooter that supports face unlock. Of course, it’s a dual-SIM/dual-standby device and comes with Android 9 Pie.

If you are an outdoor enthusiast or just want a durable smartphone for everyday use, Armor X6 should be taken under consideration, especially now that it sells at just $69.99 on Aliexpress. To check out the rest of the company’s product lineup, visit their official website.

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The latest rugged smartphone from Ulefone -Armor X6- is another device from the Chinese manufacturer that features IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810G certifications so it’s quite suitable for active users who do outdoor sports or work in a difficult environment. To showcase how much durable is the device, released a fun test video to demonstrate whether the phone can survive in extreme temperatures. Let’s see what happened.

As you can see in the video, Armor X6 was repeatedly soaked in up to 98℃ boiling water, and there was no accidental shutdown occurred and the phone functioned normally. Also, they put the phone in a tank full of water and then placed it in the fridge at -20℃ for over 20 hours. The Armor X6 was still able to receive calls even though it was frozen and that is really impressive.

Besides its rugged characteristics, the phone also has balanced specs that include a quad-core SoC backed by 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage. What’s more, it sports a 5″ HD display, a 4000mAh battery, 8MP rear camera, face unlock, dual SIM dual standby, Android 9.0 OS and more.

Being an entry-level rugged phone, it currently sells at the promotional price of just $69.99 on Aliexpress. To see all the device’s specs, visit the official product page here.

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The Ulefone Armor X6 isn’t new in the market. The super-budget rugged phone has shown up in a lot of durability test videos and today Ulefone released a new video to demonstrate the phone’s battery performance. Let’s check it out.

Featuring a low-consumption CPU and a hefty 4000mAh battery, the Armor X6 should take you through the day easily. As you can see in the video, after 2 hours of heavy use that included 30min use of each actions like phone calls, music playback, movie playback, and online gaming, the battery went down by just 11%. If we do the math, the phone can go on for more than 18 hours on a single charge! For an average user, this means about 4 days on a single charge so no worries of being out of power when you are out.

Besides the big battery, the Armor X6 comes with a quad-core power-efficient SoC backed by 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage. In addition, there is a 5″ HD display, an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP selfie shooter that is also used for face unlock, dual-SIM/dual-standby support, Android 9 Pie, etc. Its price right now is just $69.99 and you can see all the details and order it on Aliexpress. To see more Ulefone models, visit their official website.

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The video showcases the performance of different apps in different scenarios such as performance while gaming and app launch test. It scored 177,528 points in the AnTuTu benchmark test, significantly outperforming its competitors by huge numbers. It also performs very well while playing large online games while the large RAM amount allows for fluid and smooth multitasking.

Being a rugged smartphone, the Armor 6S comes with IP69K/IP68/MIL-STD-810G certifications and a UV sensor. It sports a 6.2″ FHD+ notch display and the Helio P70 SoC is backed by 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Also, there is a 16MP dual rear camera, wireless charging, fingerprint and face unlock, global network support, NFC with Google Pay, and Android 9.0 Pie.

Right now, Ulefone Armor 6S is on promotion and sells at just $258.99 on Aliexpress, a big discount compared to the standard retail price. You can get it here.

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Chuwi UBook Pro standard version with the Intel N4100 CPU was recently launched by the company and, as they claim, the N4100 is a swift performer in casual tasks and also regulates power consumption intelligently, offering a freat performance/cost ratio. Yesterday, Chuwi released the unboxing video of the new 2in1 tablet on Youtube and demonstrates the actual experience of the device.

As you can see, the box includes the device, the detachable keyboard, the HiPen H6 stylus, and the power adapter. The UBook Pro has a 9mm full-metal body and comes equipped with a 12.3″ 3:2 IPS to reach a total weight of just 781g.

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In addition, the U-shaped kickstand supports adjustment ranging from 0° to 145° and it can be transformed into a laptop, workstation or tablet, serving all purposes.

You can also see the HiPen H6 stylus in action and how precise it is with the 4096 pressure level support. Also, the Intel N4100 CPU is built with Intel’s advanced 14nm+ manufacturing process and sports 4 cores and 4 threads with a maximum frequency of 2.4GHz. The CPU combined with 8GB of RAM and 256GB SSD allows the UBook Pro to run smoothly.

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As for its performance, the device achieved a single-core score of 182 and a multi-core score of 588 in the CPU-Z test. Also, it did well in the GeekBench test with a single-core score of 1765 and a multi-core score of 5197. In addition to the performance, Intel’s chip consumes little power. The N4100 comes with Intel’s UHD Graphics 600 GPU that can decode 4K video easily.

Lastly, the magnetic backlit keyboard with its full-sized keys in conjunction with Windows 10 allows you to be highly efficient when using it for office work. All in all, UBook Pro Intel N4100 version is an adequate performer and a Value for Money choice thanks to its lowe price. You can check out all the details on the product page.

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Mi Watch: a new beginning

Xiaomi eventually released its first watch product, the Xiaomi Mi Watch. Thanks to the Mi Band series, Xiaomi has dominated the market share of smart wearables. But the Mi Band is more targeting at the budget market. Though it has a great shipping volume of the whole market, it’s not able to help Xiaomi build up a good reputation in the market and cover different market segments. As Xiaomi calls, the market positioning of the Mi Watch is a ‘small phone on your wrist’. So Mi Watch probably is considered as a new beginning to practice Xiaomi’s ambition in Xiaomi ecological chain.

Let’s start with the design. Well, it’s not new to us. And I think it’s hard for Xiaomi to deny the design imitation here. Xiaomi has suffered quite a dispute with plagiarism. We love to see Xiaomi bringing us good products at affordable prices, but at the same time, we also hope that Xiaomi should pay more attention to develop their own design language. However, I still want to remind you, the Mi Watch is less than half the price of its Apple counterpart.

Design

The watch in my hand is a premium version. Compared to the standard version, the main difference is the surface protection. The Premium version is covered by Sapphire crystal glass rather than the Corning Gorilla Glass 3 on the standard one. The frame of the premium version is made with stainless steel while the material of the standard’s frame is Aluminum alloy. They both have a ceramic back. Thanks to such scratched protection, the Mi Watch hasn’t been scratched during my daily uses. The Mi Watch features a 1.78-inch AMOLED screen with a PPI of 326, which provides a pretty good viewing experience. Meanwhile, it also supports a feature of the always-on display, which will lead to shorter battery endurance.

A crown and a power button are arranged on its right side, and a microphone is placed between these two mechanisms. Combining with the touch screen, the operation experience is pretty good. Rotate the crown to scroll up or down the content; short press the crown to enter the application list or return to the previous layer; long-press the crown to wake up the voice assistant.

On the left edge, it features a single speaker, which allows you to play music or have a conversation without earphones. Inside the watch, Xiaomi equipped a Qualcomm snapdragon 3100 processor, which was based on Qualcomm’s 2013 snapdragon 400 mobile processor. So compared to the latest mobile phones, it’s not a surprising option. But we’ve seen it drive some other smartwatch running the Wear OS in 2019, like the watches from Fossil and Misfit. And it also gets 1GB ram and 8GB storage with a 570mAh battery. So, there is no need to worry about its performance on running these apps. But please, please forget gaming. You definitely won’t play games on a watch.

Software

Well, I just mentioned Wear OS. The Xiaomi Watch layers MIUI For Watch on the interface of Wear OS. It’s the first watch to run a custom interface on Google’s smartwatch operating system. You can install over 40 apps from the Watch App store, including lighter versions of MIUI apps like Recorder, Notes, Mi home and a few third party’s popular apps like Sogo maps and so on. The app store now is accessible to third-party developers, so there should be more options for users in the near future. But pay attention here. The Mi watch now is mainly available in China. Most of the conversation apps you can install are from china. Because it’s more targeting in China market rather than in consideration of global users’ habits.

Connectivity

Another reason why Xiaomi defined the Mi watch as a small phone is wireless connectivity. The Mi Watch supports Bluetooth, Wifi, GPS, and NFC connections, and meanwhile, the Snapdragon 3100 platform supports 4G e-sim connectivity, which in true allows you to take the watch as a small phone for standalone calls, music streaming and other basic functions. So when you want to enjoy outdoors for a while such as running, swimming or just having a cup of coffee, there is no need to carry on your phone but just make sure you wear the Wrist phone, the Mi Watch.

Fitness Tracking

Thanks to the success of Mi band series, Xiaomi continues its typical features of fitness tracking. The Mi Watch can track 10 physical activities, including walking, running, swimming, climbing and other workout trackings. Besides, it also supports heart-rate monitoring. It enables users to track their heart-rate every 30mins or turn on real-time monitoring. But the real-time monitoring would cut down the battery endurance of the watch. As a result, I suggest to turn it on only when you are exercising.

Battery

A warm detail here is that when the battery is completely discharged, the Mi Watch will turn on the watch mode to display time only. And it just turns into a watch only. According to the official specifications, the watch can last for 36 hours. But in our test of daily use, it’s safe to say that it could last for the whole day when turning on some connectivity or functions like wifi, Bluetooth, always-on-display and real-time heart-rate monitoring.

Watch Faces

Compared to a traditional watch, one of the greatest pleasures of a smartwatch is the switchable dial theme. The Mi Watch has a large number of dial themes for you. You can even replace the picture in the watch album as the background of the watch face, just like changing the wallpaper on your phone.

WaterProofness

We received a lot of concerns about its waterproofness. After our simple test, well it did have waterproofness to a certain extent. And even we can say that there is no problem that you want to swim with it. But Xiaomi doesn’t release its certificated waterproof level, and they claimed that the Mi Watch supports swimming in shallow water but doesn’t apply to a hot shower, steam bath, or diving. And the waterproofness will be weakened as time goes by. And the water damage won’t be included in the Mi Watch warranty. So just pay attention to the risk you take.

Conclusion

If you were a fan of the Xiaomi device and own a lot of Xiaomi smart home devices, the Mi Watch would be one of the Xiaomi products that you won’t miss. The Mi Watch can become a central processor to control all these devices. But the problem is that the Mi Home app has only supported the Chinese language so far.

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The latest rugged flagship of Ulefone -Armor 7- is already on the market for some time now. The Armor 7 features a 48MP triple rear camera with AI support, night shot, and telephoto lens as well as a 16MP selfie shooter. Today, the Chinese manufacturer released a video to demonstrate the phone’s camera capabilities. Let’s watch it.

In the video we can see the main camera having a pretty decent dynamic range and colors are very close to the original. The 48MP sensor offers detailed photos with low noise and even if you zoom in, photos come out just fine. Also, the AI scene recognition can intelligently detect many kinds of scenes and automatically adjust the brightness, contrast, and saturation, making shooting effortless.

The 16MP Night Shot camera isn’t bad either. Of course, it can’t reach expensive flagship cameras but it gets the job done thanks to the pixel binning of the 48MP sensor that combines 4 pixels into 1 to allow more light in. What’s more, the selfie shooter is average with nice colors and details but with the beauty mode on, some details are missing due to the smoothing effect it applies on the skin. So, if you like natural and real photos, we suggest you take selfies using the normal mode.

As for the video recording, Armor 7 supports up to 4K and also features slow-motion, time-lapse, pro mode, underwater camera mode, GIF etc. Pretty neat for an affordable and rugged flagship that sports the Helio P90 AI SoC bundled with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Also, the big 5500mAh battery, NFC with Google Pay, global network bands support, quad positioning system, and Android 9 Pie.

Right now, Armor 7 is on sale over at Aliexpress and Banggood with a discounted price of $369.99. If you are interested, go ahead and grab one. For more details, visit the Ulefone official website.

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Being a high-end flagship rugged smartphone addressed to those who like to travel a lot or doing outdoor activities, besides durability and powerful performance, an excellent positioning system performance is absolutely necessary. Ulefone has equipped the Armor 7 with four navigation systems including GPS, GLONASS, Beidou and Galileo to offer accurate positioning and today they released a GPS test video on YouTube to show how good it is. Let’s see how it did.

According to the result of the GPSTest app, Armor 7 managed to “see” 42 satellites and lock into 18 of them. The accuracy level of positioning reaches 1m and according to the video, the GPS performance of Armor 7 is excellent, since it precisely tracks the road and every corner on it. Also, it quickly reroutes the path while you deviate from planned routes. Going through a tunnel, it will automatically switch to Dark Mode for better viewing and it will reconnect quickly after disconnection.

The Armor 7 comes with a 6.3″ FHD+ waterdrop screen, a triple rear camera (48MP+16MP+8MP) and 16MP selfie shooter, 8GB/128GB configuration, Qi 10W wireless charging, fingerprint and face unlock, global network bands, and NFC with Google Pay. The device is available on Banggood at a special price of $369.99. To see the rest of the Ulefone lineup, visit their official website.

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Elephone PX has finally hit the market after a long period that included a crowdfunding campaign cancellation and a product redesign. The new pop-up camera phone from Elephone appeared in the first unboxing and hands-on video a while back as we had only seen it in photos.

As you can see in the video, the device looks just beautiful and the Crystal Cream color is one of the best we’ve seen so far. The box includes the phone, a SIM ejector, a protective case, as well as a charger and charging cable. The pop-up camera means that the display is clean of any notch and offers an immersive full-display experience. As for the performance and build quality there isn’t much we can say by just seeing a video but it looks snappy and well-built.

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Featuring a 6.53″ FHD+ display and the 16MP pop-up selfie camera, the phone sports a fashionable design and notch-less display. The rear camera is a dual setup with 16MP/2MP sensors and right below it lies the fingerprint sensor. The phone is powered by Helio P23 SoC backed by 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage upgradeable up to 256GB more via the microSD slot. Also, there is a 3300mAh battery inside. You can find out more about it on the official product page and buy it at a discounted price on Gearbest.

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Ulefone’s latest rugged flagship is the Armor 7 and has been in the market for a while with upgraded battery capacity, faster charger, upgraded processor, and new operating system over the previous gen. It sports a 5500mAh battery capacity and the company released a video to demonstrate the battery performance. Let’s check it out.

In the video, we can see that after 1.5 hours of heavy use, the battery lost just 9% of its charge. The test included half-hour use in each different actions like music playback, movie playback, and online gaming. According to this data, we can safely assume that you can use the phone for approximate 17 hours continuously before it runs out of battery! With an average user using the smartphone for about 5 hours daily, Armor 7 can go on for 3 days or even more on a single charge. This is achieved thanks to the power-efficient Helio P90 SoC as well as the good power management performed by the Android 9 Pie.

The Armor 7 comes with a 6.3″ FHD+ waterdrop screen, a triple rear camera (48MP+16MP+8MP) and 16MP selfie shooter, 8GB/128GB configuration, Qi 10W wireless charging, fingerprint and face unlock, global network bands, and NFC with Google Pay. The device is available on Banggood at a special price of $369.99. To see the rest of the Ulefone lineup, visit their official website.

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Ulefone is very proud of its latest rugged flagship, Armor 7, and their confidence is that it’s the best rugged phone out there. So, in order to demonstrate its rugged features, the company is making a series of videos putting the device through various tests. The previous test was about its drop resistance and this time the Armor 7 goes through tests that prove its waterproofing.

As you can see, the phone survived all the tests it was put through, including water washing, rain splashing, dipping in the sea, scouring by water on the beach, etc. In addition, you can see the diver shooting video underwater.

The Ulefone Armor 7 is equipped with the Helio P90 AI SoC paired with 8GB of RAM plus 128GB of internal storage. The phone is equipped with a 48MP/16MP/8MP triple rear camera and a 16MP selfie shooter. Also, it comes with a 6.3″ FHD+ waterdrop screen while the rest of the main specs include a big 5500mAh big battery with Qi 10W wireless charging, fingerprint and face unlock, global network bands, NFC with Google Pay, and Android 9 Pie.

The phone is available on Banggood at just $369.99. To see the rest of the Ulefone product lineup, visit their official website.

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After the first hand-on video that Ulefone released yesterday, today they are back with a more extensive durability test video where they showcase the rugged character of Ulefone Armor 7, their annual flagship. As you already know, the phone features IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810G certification so let’s take a look at how it did.

As you can see in the video, the device is capable of withstanding drops to a concrete floor, rocks, and even a puddle of sand. On all occasions, the phone comes out perfectly fine. In addition, besides being drop-resistant, it’s also protected against water and dust. The tortures it went through pushed the certifications to their limit but the phone came out alive.

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Being a flagship device, its specs are worthy of its category. It comes with a Helio P90 AI SoC backed by 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage as well as a triple rear camera with AI scene recognition and 48MP main sensor, and a 16MP selfie shooter. Also, there is a 6.3″ FHD+ waterdrop screen, 5500mAh battery with Qi 10W wireless charging, face and fingerprint unlock, NFC with Google Pay, Android 9.0 Pie, etc. It is a top rugged smartphone and a decent performer too.

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The Armor 7 is currently selling at just $369.99 over at Banggood and you can check out all the details and specs on the company’s official page. Don’t forget the upcoming 11.11 Shopping Festival of Ulefone on Aliexpress is coming where you’ll have the chance to buy Ulefone phones at super-low prices, participate in giveaway events, and grab many discount coupons.

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Ulefone Armor 7 is the latest rugged flagship from the Chinese manufacturer and it hit the market recently, becoming the world’s 1st 48MP triple camera with Helio P90 flagship rugged phone. Since it’s too soon for anyone to have received it, Ulefone gives its fans a first glance at the new device as many are curious about its performance.

Design-wise, the device adopts a composition of matte and luster texture materials and as always, it comes with IP68/IP69K/MIL-STD-810G certifications. In the video, you can see only a fraction of its durability.

On the inside lies the flagship MediaTek Helio P90 8-core AI SoC and as seen in the video, watching YouTube, checking posts on Facebook, playing online games, and chatting with friends on Messenger was smooth and fast. Also, it features a heart rate detection feature embedded in the rear camera and it’s practical for sports enthusiasts. Speaking about the rear camera, it consists of 3 sensors: a 48MP main sensor, an 8MP telephoto one, and a 16MP night photography one. Combined with the AI capabilities of the Helio P90, it helps to effortlessly shoot photos that tell great stories. On the front, there is a 16MP selfie shooter for selfies and face unlock.

The rest of the specs include 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, a 6.3″ FHD+ waterdrop display, 5500mAh battery with Qi 10W wireless charging, face and fingerprint unlock, heart rate sensor, global network bands, NFC with Google Pay, Android 9.0 Pie, etc. You can find it on Banggood for just $369.99 while during the 11.11 shopping festival on Aliexpress, you will have the chance to buy Ulefone phones at super-low prices and participate in the giveaway. You can find all the details here.

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Recently, Ulefone launched this year’s rugged flagship, Ulefone Armor 7, featuring a triple camera with 48MP main sensor and the most powerful P-Series SoC of MediaTek, Helio P90. Users immediately expressed their satisfaction as it’s hard to find a rugged phone with high-end performance. Today, the Chinese manufacturer released a video on YouTube showing the performance of the device in various tests.

Helio P90 comes with ARM A75 and A55 cores and the maximum CPU frequency reaches up to 2.2GHz.  In AnTuTu Benchmark, the Armor 7 scored a total of 210472 points while the CPU score was 81706 points and the GPU score was 41621 points. This outpaces the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Series that scores around 170000 points at most. Also, with the help of the APU 2.0 AI engine, Helio P90 approaches the performance of Qualcomm’s high-end chipsets. In the AI Benchmark test, the SoC scored 5780 points.

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Of course, benchmarks are benchmarks and real-life performance is a totally different case. As seen in the video, thanks to Helio P90 SoC and the 8GB of RAM, apps start-up speed or game performance is excellent. Also, multitasking is fluid and gaming is responsive and consistent with the benchmark results.

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Other than performance, the Armor 7 is protected against drops and complies with the IP68 and IP69K standards against water and dust. It can stay under 1.5m of water for 30 minutes and is also compliant with the MIL-STD-810G military standard. It sports a 6.3” FHD+ waterdrop screen with 19.5:9 aspect ratio, 128GB of internal storage, heart rate sensor, 16MP selfie camera, 5500mAh battery with Qi 10W wireless charging, face and fingerprint unlock, global network bands, and Android 9.0 Pie.

The phone is already on presale over at Banggood for $369.99 and the presale will end on November 4th. During the presale period, you can get an extra free gift bag including a tempered glass and a sling. For more details about the phone and the presale, visit the official product page.

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The Ulefone Armor X5 was released a few days back and it is an upgraded version of the Armor X3 featuring 4G connectivity, better specs, and affordable price. Today, the company revealed the first hands-on video of the device in real-life scenarios so let’s go ahead and check out the video below.

Design-wise, the Armor X5 is exactly the same with its predecessor but comes in a new color variant, Orange. Of course, it sports IP68/IP69K/MIL-STD-810G certifications and the video proves just that since it withstood sudden drops or water washing.

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On the inside lies the MT6763 8-core SoC and as seen in the video, watching YouTube, checking posts on Twitter, playing Temple Run 2, chatting with friends on Messenger or listening to music was no problem for the device as everything ran smoothly. Also, the clever Custom Key and Gloves Mode are shown in the video.

The camera configuration includes a dual camera on the back with 13MP/2MP sensors and is adequate enough to help the user record wonderful moments and beautiful sceneries during a journey. On the front, there is a 5MP sensor that also supports face unlock. In addition, the Armor X5 packs a 5.5″ all-screen display with 18:9 aspect ratio, 3GB/32GB memory configuration, big 5000mAh battery, NFC with Google Pay, dual-4G/dual-VoLTE, and Android 9 Pie.

Right now, the Ulefone Armor X5 is sold on Banggood with a special price of just $99.99. If it caught your attention, you can go ahead and place your order here. For more details about other Ulefone phones, visit the company’s official website.

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Choosing between many models of rugged smartphones can be a pain as most rugged phone manufacturers offer excellent devices at affordable prices. So, in order to stand out, manufacturers must offer added value. This is what happens with the Ulefone Armor 3W/3WT that comes with a handy outdoor toolbox that includes a compass, sound meter, bubble level, magnifier, flashlight, etc. Let’s check it out in the video below.

In video, we can learn each of the tool’s demo and know how to use it. Compass, height measure, alarm, pressure, and flashlight are very useful for sport and outdoors exploration enthusiasts and can prove life-saving in case you get lost. Also, pic hanging, bubble level, plumb bob, and protractor are convenient for builders, farmers, and workers as they replace heavy tools. Lastly, sound meter, magnifier and heart rate, can provide useful data or you can use them just for fun.

Both phones come with a massive 10300mAh battery that can last for several days on a single charge. Besides the big battery, the phones come with a 5.7″ FHD+ 18:9 display as well as a Sony 21MP main camera and an 8MP selfie shooter. Also, there’s 6GB/64GB memory configuration, face and fingerprint unlock NFC with Google Pay support, and Android 9 Pie. The Armor 3WT has exactly the same specs with the walkie-talkie function added. Of course, both feature IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810G certifications.

Right now, both versions are on sale over at Aliexpress with the Armor 3W costing just $239.99 and the Armor 3WT just $280.49. Also, there is a giveaway running for the upcoming high-end 48MP triple camera rugged phone Ulefone Armor 7. There are 10 units that will be sent to 10 lucky winners. If you want to experience the mighty Armor 7 as soon as possible, visit the activity page to participate.

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Global presale of the new rugged duo Ulefone Armor 3W and Armor 3WT is in full swing and according to comments on tech sites, users are curious about the battery life of the two devices. Ulefone claims to have equipped both models with a massive 10300mAh battery and today, they released a video demonstrating the battery endurance. Let’s check it out.

As you can see, after 2 hours of heavy use that included a half-hour use in each different actions like phone calls, music playback, movie playback,  and online gaming, only 8% of the battery capacity was consumed. According to this data, we can safely assume that you can use the phone for 25 hours continuously before it runs out of battery! Just as a comparison, most phones -including expensive flagships- would last for 5-6 hours tops. With an average user using his smartphone for about 5 hours daily, Armor 3W/3WT can go on for 5 days on a single charge. The power-efficient Helio P70 helps in achieving these incredible numbers that are very helpful for those going on trips outdoors where no power outlet is available.

Besides the big battery, the phones come with a 5.7″ FHD+ 18:9 display as well as a Sony 21MP main camera and an 8MP selfie shooter. Also, there’s 6GB/64GB memory configuration, face and fingerprint unlock NFC with Google Pay support, and Android 9 Pie. The Armor 3WT has exactly the same specs with walkie-talkie function added. Of course, both feature IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810G certifications.

Ulefone Armor 3W is currently on sale at just $239.99 and the Armor 3WT at $279.99 on Aliexpress. For more details, visit the company’s official website.

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The global sale of the latest rugged phones from Ulefone, Armor 3W/3WT has already kicked off and the Chinese manufacturer is actively releasing more and more video to showcase the capabilities of the new phones. Today, they released a new video that shows how durable the rugged duo is.

As you can see in the video the Ulefone Armor 3W has proven itself to be a solid and durable rugged phone. Going through a series of brutal tortures, it still is as good as new. No matter if it slides on a concrete floor or falls onto rocks, the screen and the phone body remain intact and the phone works normally. Also, thanks to the waterproofing as well as sandproofing, it perfectly resists the invasion of water and dust. It even survived a car going over it!

Armor 3W packs a Helio P70 AI SoC backed by 6GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage and a massive 10300mAh battery. There are a 21MP Sony rear camera and 8MP selfie camera on the 5.7″ 18:9 FHD+ display. The rest of the specs include face and fingerprint unlock, dual-4G/dual-VoLTE, NFC with Google Pay, global network bands, and Android 9 Pie. The Armor 3WT has walkie-talkie added to this configuration.

resale is already ongoing since Monday and you can get the Armor 3W for just $239.99 while the Armor 3WT costs just $40 more, at $279.99. The promotion will end on September 30th and you can find out more about it here.

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The iPhone case industry is probably largest than any other device out there and almost all iPhone users use one. Besides, it would be a bit naive to leave a $1000-device unprotected. Thus, the market is filled with all kinds of designs and flashy cases. But what about when someone is a gamer and the common cases aren’t enough? The gaming peripheral company GameSir responds to the challenge with a mobile gaming case.

It’s been almost a week since we received the case and it comes in a simple but no cheap box. Inside the box, there a black GameSir i3 case, a USB Type-C cable, the manual, and a “Thank-You” note. All look great.

Design

Actually, the case looks like any other simple case out there at first sight and it is rather soft and cool because of the soft-touch coating. The back hosts a backlit logo that lights up when you activate the case. The back is not flat but has a little hump that is the battery and also serves as a handle when gaming. There is also a Type-C port at the bottom side used to charge the 180mAh battery. Also, the right side is equipped with two trigger buttons.

iPhone model compatibility

Since iPhone models have some differences in size and camera placement, the company covers these iPhone models: iPhone6 Plus, iPhone7 Plus, iPhone8 Plus, iPhoneX, iPhoneXs, iPhoneXs Max, iPhoneXR. Really impressive since most manufacturers only cover one, maybe two generations of models.

Gaming experience

And now for the most important part: Gaming experience. The phone used was iPhone XS Max and the test game was the popular PUBG. If you are a PUBG fan, you must be wondering why other fingers except your thumbs can’t contribute to your controlling. Aiming, shooting, moving, tactical positioning, view. All these actions are done by your thumbs since iPhone isn’t a gaming console and lacks more buttons. This is easily fixed with the i3 case: the “Left” trigger is used for aiming while the “Right” is used for shooting. And the thumbs do what they should naturally do: the left thumb controls moving while the other one controls view. Finally, a case that transforms the iPhone into a gaming console since iOS is the top mobile platform for game developing out there.

To conclude, the GameSir i3 comes to complete the avalanche of iPhone cases in the market and can become a useful accessory for a hardcore gamer. Of course, it can be improved even more since the hump on the back is a bit annoying depending on the game you are playing. Also, it is a bit chunky and using it as a standard case so that you won’t have to change cases every time you want to play, would be a bit awkward.

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Although the two new devices from Ulefone haven’t hit the market yet, the company just released a video demonstrating the performance of the two Helio P70-powered rugged phones. So, let’s check out how Ulefone Armor 3W/3WT perform in the video down below.

The IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810G certified Armor 3W/3WT scored 136,051 on AnTuTu Benchmark and 2,810 on AI Benchmark 3 while being underwater since they wanted to demonstrate the waterproof design of the phones. The score means that the Helio P70 performance is almost as good as Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 and 675. To continue, the user demonstrated app launching speed as well as gaming experience. He launched several apps in succession, including Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, Twitter, Youtube, Spotify, Netflix, and played PUBG and Arena of Valor. Thanks to the Helio P70 and its 6GB of RAM, the phone is very fast in launching apps while the whole gameplay experience is fast, fluid, and responsive.

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 with their 21MP rear camera and selfie shooter.

The global presale of Armor 3W/3WT will start next week, for more details about the presale, visit the company’s official website.

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Ulefone released a super-budget rugged phone this year, Ulefone Armor X3, and according to its specs, it comes with IP68/IP69K certification as well as MIL-STD-810G protection grade which means it can withstand water, dust, and drops. The drop resistance has been proven in previous videos and today the Chinese manufacturer released another one to demonstrate its water and dust resistance.

Going through different kinds of tortures like dipped into concrete, frozen in ice or immersed into boiling water, the Armor X3 managed to survive all and came out working just fine. So, besides water and dust, the device can also withstand extreme high and low temperatures. Also, thanks to the very hard protective glass, the screen was as good as new even after being hit with an electric drill.

The Armor X3 features a 5.5″ 18:9 HD+ display and a big, 5000mAh battery. What’s more, there is a quad-core SoC backed by 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, an 8MP/2MP dual rear camera, a 5MP front shooter that supports face unlock, dual-SIM/dual-standby, and Android 9 Pie.

From today until September 15th, you can get the Armor X3 for a special price of just $76.24 on Ulefone’s official Aliexpress store. For more information, visit the official product page.

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The Armor X3 isn’t a brand-new model since it’s been on the market for some time and besides the fact that it is an entry-level rugged phone, it features some interesting functions like the Customizable Button, Gloves Pattern, etc. Today, Ulefone released a demonstration video to show users what the Customizable Button can do. Let’s have a look.

As you can see in the video, the button supports 3 different actions at the same time through single click, double click, and long press. Besides all the installed apps that are supported, the button also supports quick activation of the voice recorder, flashlight, screenshot, underwater photography, and SOS emergency call. What’s more, setting it up is simple.

The rest of the specs are already known but let’s go through them one more time. So, it is water, dust, and drop resistant as are all the Armor Series phones and comes with a 5.5″ HD+ display with 18:9 aspect ratio. In addition, there is a 4-core SoC backed by 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage as well as a 5000mAh battery. The rear camera consists of an 8MP/2MP dual setup while the selfie shooter sports a 5MP sensor that offers face unlock too. Lastly, the Armor X3 features dual-SIM/dual-standby and Android 9 Pie.

Right now, you can get the Armor X3 at just $83.60 on the company’s official Aliexpress store together with a free tempered glass. Overall speaking, Armor X3 is definitely the most wallet-friendly among its range. For more details, visit ulefone.com.

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Ulefone launched its latest flagship -T2- a while back and while many were attracted by its Helio P70 SoC, 6GB/128GB memory, and dual rear 16MP/8MP camera, it is more than that. Along with the powerful specs, it also comes with a superior 6.7″ display from Sharp with 19:9 aspect ratio. The company believes that bigger is better and to prove that, they uploaded a comparison video of Ulefone T2 vs iPhone XR display.

The 6.1″ display of the XR seems too small as the 6.7″ display of the Ulefone T2 provides a larger field of view and allows you to see content more clearly and comfortably while browsing, playing games or watching videos without tiring your eyes. Moreover, the T2 supports split-screen function that enables you to work on a number of different tasks at the same time. Convenient both for work and entertainment.

Also, bear in mind that Ulefone T2 packs 4200mAh battery with 9V2A fast charge, 8MP selfie camera, face & fingerprint unlock, NFC with Google Pay, GPS/GLONASS/Beidou navigation system, global frequency bands, and runs latest Android 9 Pie. All that can become yours for just $269.99 since the device is currently on sale that will also get you a phone case and protective film for free. For more details, you can visit the official company website.

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The latest rugged smartphone from Ulefone, the Armor X3, is placed in the entry-level category and comes with a low price and good overall features. Of course, an Armor Series member cannot be anything less than durable as hell, even if it belongs in the entry-level segment. To prove that, Ulefone conducted a drop test to determine and showcase exactly how durable the phone is. Let’s check it out.

Thanks to the convex design on four corners and the slant design on the back, the Armor X3 can effectively withstand drops. In the video, the device is subjected to various drop tests pushing the limits of its certifications to the maximum. You can see that it survives and can work normally after falling down from stairs, hitting solid floor or rocks from more than 1 meter high, being thrown into a puddle, etc.

Besides its durability, it also can perform well in casual use. It comes with an 8MP/2MP dual rear waterproof camera for vivid and crisp photos even underwater and the selfie shooter hosts a 5MP sensor that can also be used for face unlocking. What’s more, it comes with 2 more creative features: Gloves Pattern and Easy Key for a better experience. The Glove Pattern helps you control your phone when wearing gloves and the Easy Key is a dedicated button to which you can assign a specific task when pressed. It is powered by the MT6580A SoC backed by 2GB/32GB memory configuration, there is a large, 5000mAh battery, and runs the latest Android 9 Pie. Of course, IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810G certifications are a standard in the Armor Series.

The special sale of Armor X3 is coming to an end on August 13th, so you better hurry and visit Ulefone’s official AliExpress store to get it at just $79.99 along with a tempered glass as a gift. For more information, visit the company’s website.

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Ulefone’s Armor Series is one of the most recognizable in the rugged phones category and the latest addition to the lineup is the super-budget Ulefone Armor X3. Today, the Chinese manufacturer released the first hands-on video so we can check out how it performs. The MT6580 quad-core SoC is enough for casual use and you can even play some popular games without any problems.

Design-wise, the Armor X3 remains loyal to the classic style of the Armor 6, the one that sports convex design on four corners and a slanted design on the back cover that prevent accidental drops from damaging the phone. Also, thanks to the IP68/IP69K/MIL-STD-810G certifications, the device is so durable it can handle sudden drops, water washing, and other harsh conditions.

The X3 comes equipped with a 5.5″ all-screen display with 18:9 aspect ratio for more vertical space and wider vision. On the camera side, there is a dual rear camera with 8MP/2MP sensors and it is exciting that it supports underwater photography. The selfie shooter comes with a 5MP sensor and can also be used for Face unlock. The Armor X3 comes with Android 9 Pie and that adds to the snappiness of the device. In the video, you can see the user checking Twitter, chatting on Messenger, listening to music, watching YouTube, and playing Temple Run 2. As it t turned out, everything ran smoothly without stutters.

What’s more, the Armor X3 also supports two other creative functions: Gloves Pattern and Easy Key. The “gloves pattern” enables you to normally use the touch screen of the phone while wearing gloves while the Easy Key allows you to set specific functions or app launching to the quick access button.

Starting today, you can preorder the Ulefone Armor X3 on the Ulefone FlashDeal Store on Aliexpress with a special price tag of $79.99. That price includes a free tempered glass too! The deal will be ongoing until August 13th. For more information about other Ulefone devices, visit the official website.

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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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The newly-released Blackview BV6100 is the world’s biggest display rugged phone since it sports a 6.88″ screen and to spice things up, the Chinese manufacturer went with a design different from all other rugged devices, choosing glass both for the front and the back of the device. Definitely a device to keep in mind when looking for an affordable rugged phone. So, let’s take a look at its specs and features.

Fully Equipped

As the market is very competitive, for a device to succeed an affordable price isn’t enough. Blackview knows this and for that reason, the BV6100 is more than just another rugged device. It sports a huge, 6.88″ display, ideal for watching movies or playing games. And they even implemented a dedicated split-screen button to make multitasking even easier on the big display. What’s more, in the box you will find a ring-grip case for handling the phone with one hand without the fear of dropping it.

For those who travel a lot, the BV6100 comes with all 4 positioning protocols: GPS, Glonass, Beidou, and Galileo. It the first device of the company that comes with all 4 protocols and navigating with it has become more accurate than ever. What’s also great is the fact that they didn’t skimp on other premium features found on premium smartphones like the latest OS version and AI support. The BV6100 comes with the latest Android 9 Pie and with AI features being its main draw, the new OS also comes with interesting traits like an adaptive battery, gesture-based navigation, an official dark mode along with a few tricks that will help you reduce your interaction with the phone with “Digital Wellbeing”.

Better outdoors experience

Outdoor use can become dangerous for a smartphone as humidity, rain, and accidental drops on hard terrain are common. The BV6100 comes with IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810G certifications to avoid all this. You can even shoot photos underwater with the special mode in the camera app. The phone won’t face any problems with hydraulic pressure according to the company. Of course, many hours away from a power socket requires a big battery and the new model takes care of that with its 5580mAh large-capacity battery that delivers up to 600h of standby.

Suitable for formal occasions too

Most rugged phones are a little bit… ugly. In fact, they are so ugly that if you are formally dressed, you can’t bring them with you as they will ruin your outfit. With the BV6100, Blackview tries to break this stereotype by delivering an all-glass phone and a body thickness of just 11.5mm. No, it isn’t as sleek as some other normal devices but it is stylish enough for every occasion.

Lastly, it comes with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor as well as AI face unlock for instant unlocking and secure payments. Payments are also available via the NFC that supports the Google Pay service. The Blackview BV6100 is now available for preorder until July 25th and costs just $149.99. You can learn all about the phone and the promotion here.

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The latest rugged model from Ulefone, Armor 6E, is already in the market for some time now and has won the buyers’ preference for its great performance in outdoor performance and durability. The Armor 6E has gained up to 98% of good reputation from the users since it has been launched. You have already seen several videos about its performance and durability but today Ulefone released another one demonstrating the positioning performance of the device compared with iPhone XS. Let’s have a look.

As shown in the video, the 2km distance covered by the runner along the seaside was accurately recorded by the Armor 6E while the iPhone XS deviated from the original route. This means that in this case, the Armor 6E performed better than the $1000 opponent. The Armor 6E comes equipped with GPS, Glonass, and Beidou navigation system, offering wider and stable satellite signal reception, accurate positioning and navigation routes, making a perfect assistant when you get lost outdoors and want to find the right way.

Besides the excellent navigation capabilities, Armor 6E also comes with powerful specs like the 6.2″ FHD+ display covered with Gorilla Glass 5, Helio P70 SoC backed by 4GB/64GB memory configuration, 16MP/2MP dual rear camera setup, and an 8MP selfie shooter. In addition, there is a 5000mAh battery, face and fingerprint unlock, NFC with Google Pay support, global network coverage, and Android 9 Pie OS.

Until July 17th, Ulefone Armor 6E is on promotion over at Aliexpress costing just $197.49, a very low price for its specs. You can grab yours here.

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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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Oukitel Y4800 is was announced back in May and is the first member of the new “Young Series” (Y stands for Young). The device comes with a Samsung 48MP AI camera and the powerful mid-range SoC Helio P70 together with Young OS based on Android 9 Pie. The Global 1st presale will be held from July 22nd to July 29th offering early buyers $50 off the retail price of $249.99. Of course, the killer feature is the 48MP camera, so let’s take a look at the test conducted by Oukitel Lab between the Y4800 and Redmi Note 7.

The Y4800 sorts the Samsung GM1 48MP sensor with f/1.8 aperture. That’s 4 times higher than the mainstream 12MP sensors. When in 48MP mode, the single pixel is 0.8µm which allows you to take wonderful photos with better resolution. As always, the MP count don’t matter a lot if the sensor itself is small in size and for that reason, Samsung made it big enough to take advantage as more light as possible. The sensor size of the GM1 48MP sensor reaches to 1/2 inch, 56% larger than normal 1/2.8inch sensors. Also, 48MP mean large resolution and that becomes handy when cropping or zooming in photos. The front camera also adopts a Samsung 16MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture.

No one will claim that a $250 phone shoots better photos than a $1K flagship but the difference between these two isn’t that big. The Oukitel Y4800 takes comparatively good photos with the rear camera. No matter the exposure, white balance, or sharpness, Y4800 handles quite good. The color is improved to be brighter to a certain degree, and due to the 1/2 inch large sensor size, the dynamic range is excellent.

As for the rest of the specs, there is a 6.3″ FHD+ waterdrop display and the Helio P70 SoC is backed by 6GB of RAM plus 128GB of storage. This combination is unprecedented in this price category and that makes the Y4800 unbeatable. Also, there is a 4000mAh battery that the Young OS takes perfect advantage of, resulting in excellent battery performance. If you are looking for a long standby smartphone with a good camera, go ahead and add it to your wishlist before the presale starts to be informed when it goes live.

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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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Oukitel just released their flagship killer in the mid-range segment, Oukitel Y4800, and Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro found a worthy opponent in the fight for the top spot. Both come with a 48MP camera as well as beautiful design and powerful performance that we went through in previous news but how do they compare in terms of battery consumption? Since both feature a 6.3″ FHD+ display and 4000mAh battery, the winner will be determined by software optimization and chipset power consumption management. The Redmi Note 7 Pro comes with the Snapdragon 675 octa-core SoC that is manufactured using the 11nm process while the Y4800 comes with Helio P70 8-core SoC with 12nm process. Also, both come with Android 9 Pie, MIUI-based on the Redmi and stock Android on Oukitel. So, which does the best job? Let’s see.

The test is based on a 3-hour test that includes 1 hour of online movie playing, 1 hour of camera recording, and 1 hour of online music streaming. As we can see in the video, after 1 hour of online movie playing, the Y4800 has 88% power left while the Redmi Note 7 Pro has 78% power. After 1 more hour of video recording, the Y4800 has 70% power remaining and the Redmi Note 7 Pro has 55% power left. At the end of the test, Oukitel’s device still has 55% power left while the Redmi has 27% power left. This is what a clear winner looks like.

The killer feature of Oukitel Y4800 is definitely the 48MP camera but performance is also satisfying with no lag or stutter during daily tasks. If you combine these features with the well-optimized battery consumption, then it is safe to say that the category just found a new king with longer battery life than similarly configured devices.

Starting on July 22nd, Oukitel Y4800 is entering the Global First Presale period exclusively on Banggood. Besides the discounted price of $199.99, buyers will also get extra free gifts like a Xiaomi finger ring holder, Xiaomi Mi Band 4 (limited units), and more. You can use the “In Stock Alert” and “Add to Wishlist” services on Banggood to receive a notification for when the presale starts. Also, there’s a Giveaway that you can participate in.

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We can’t really tell if the most famous series from Ulefone is the rugged Armor series or the big battery Power series. And that happens because both are excellent in their market segment. Power 6 is already out in the market for a while and while we know its strongest feature is its battery life, Ulefone released today a video to prove the endurance of the 6350mAh battery.

As we can see in the video, the device consumed just 9% of the total battery charge after 1.5 hours of heavy use that included a half-hour phone call, a half-hour online game, and a half-hour movie. On the basis of this data, the maximum continuous use reaches approximately 17 hours. And taking under consideration that an average heavy use in one day is 4.5 hours, Power 6 can go on for more than 3 days on a full charge. For less heavy users and thanks to the power-efficient Helio P35 SoC, it may support 4 days or even more.

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.

The Ulefone Power 6 is 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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The latest rugged flagship from Blackview, the BV9700 Pro, is a multifunctional rugged smartphone with features distinguishing it from a standard phone like the iPhone, Huawei phones, and Samsung phones. That’s because it offers three new features that solidify it as a must-have tool for anyone working outside, people paranoid about air quality, heart rate detection, and night shooting. Some of these features are already found in smart wearables that help people manage medical conditions like diabetes and heart disease. And it costs as much as a good smartwatch costs without a smartphone!

As an air monitoring device, it can measure three categories of pollutants and particulate matter, specifically Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and carbon dioxide, include a large range of chemicals and substances. The sensor can work without you opening an app as it runs in the background and can alert you when there’s something wrong. This is more serious than it sounds as something can happen to you when painting something and there’s bad ventilation. Or if you’re painting a room in your house and you see the air quality level has spiked to unhealthy, it might be time to open some windows.

As for the built-in heart rate monitor, it obtains the user’s heart rate data by detecting the number of pulses per minute of the blood vessels on the user’s finger regardless if you are walking, training, playing basketball, or at a yoga class. Detecting and analyzing your heart rate blood oxygen before, during and after exercise can understand the exercise intensity and effort, and facilitate the user to adjust to their own exercise conditions, makes tracking your health and fitness goals a lot easier. The built-in pedometer also helps track your steps and calories burned.

BV9700 Pro is -via the external camera module, a perfect Night Vision camera that is equipped with Sony IMX291 ultra-light sensitive CMOS sensor, that not only captures images under low light conditions but gives you true night vision capability in greyscale monochrome or in color. The individual pixel size is up to 2.9μm, 2.6 times the phone’s main camera sensor. With the increase of pixels size, more light enters individual pixels. Add to that the ultra wide-angle 6P lens with a big aperture and your phone instantly turns into a night-vision camera, easily capturing wonderful moments in the dark.

Of course, the Blackview BV9700 Pro is still a rugged phone with extra durability and waterproofing and is suitable for blue-collar workers, travelers, and anyone who’s a tad clumsy. It comes with a reinforced aluminum frame, IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810G certifications, Gorilla Glass, and rubber flaps covering everything and making it as armored as a tank.

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Elephone is being very daring this year with many models adopting the newest available technologies like a pop-up camera or punch-hole camera. We already know about Elephone U2 that integrates a pop-up selfie camera so now it is time to see what the Chinese manufacturer has planned for the punch-hole camera model.

Elephone A7H

The Elephone A7H was demoed at the Hong Kong Global Sources Mobile Electronics Show two months ago and the information they gave was that it will come with a 6,41″ HD+ punch-hole display, and Helio P23 SoC coupled with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage.

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On the camera front, the company had then informed us about a dual rear camera but as you can see in the video and photos, it has been upgraded to a triple rear camera. The rest of the info talk about an 8MP selfie while the battery will probably have 3900mAh capacity. It is expected to hit the market in August so we expect more details to surface soon. Learn more about Elephone on their website.

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Oukitel Y4800 was announced back in May and is a mid-range flagship killer featuring a 48MP camera, aiming at dethroning the Redmi Note 7. They are pretty similar both in design and specs and today we have a hands-on video to compare the two devices in real life. Keep in mind that the Y4800 presale will kick off on July 22nd with gifts like the Xiaomi finger ring stand and Mi Band 4.

Both the Redmi Note 7 Pro and Oukitel Y4800 come with the same 6.3″ FHD+ display and 1080*2340 resolution. As seen in the video, the colors on Note 7 Pro are a bit washed-out when compared with Y4800. The Y4800 comes with 3 dedicated slots, 2 for SIM cards and 1 for microSD card while the Note 7 Pro comes with a hybrid slot that can host either 2 SIM cards or 1 SIM and 1 microSD card. On the other hand, the Redmi comes with a USB Type-C port while Y4800 features the legacy 5-pin microUSB port. On the camera department, they both feature 48MP/5MP rear camera placed on the top left corner. Both perform pretty well in shooting photos.

As for the pricing, Oukitel Y4800 is the definite winner here as it comes at a lower price while having more RAM and internal storage (6GBRAM128GB) and they both sport a 4000mAh battery. Starting on July 22nd, Oukitel Y4800 is entering the Global First Presale period exclusively on Banggood. Besides the discounted price of $199.99, buyers will also get extra free gifts like a Xiaomi finger ring holder, Xiaomi Mi Band 4 (limited units), and more. Detailed activity and how to get the extra gifts will be announced next week both the company’s official website and on Banggood. In the meantime, you can use the “In Stock Alert” and “Add to Wishlist” services on Banggood to receive a notification for when the presale starts. Also, there’s a Giveaway that you can participate in.

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Already some time in the market, the Ulefone Armor 6E has received good reviews by users and media thanks to its rugged features and smooth performance. In addition to these features, the device also sports great battery life and that is clearly seen in the battery test video conducted by Ulefone.

As you can see in the video, the battery lost just 10% of its charge after 1.5 hour of mixed use. The test included 30 minutes of music playback, 30 minutes of video playback, and 30 minutes of online gaming. This means that you can use Armor 6E for 15 hours continuously. If you are a casual user, it should last for 2-3 days on a single charge. Not bad for the 5000mAh battery that supports 9V/2A fast charging as well as 10W wireless charging.

The rest of the specs are no slouch either as it comes with a 6.2″ FHD display protected by Gorilla Glass 5 and sports a 16MP/2MP rear camera as well as an 8MP selfie shooter. The driver for all this performance is the new Helio P70 octa-core SoC backed by 4GB of RAM plus 64GB of internal storage (expandable up to 256GB more via microSD). What’s more, it supports Face and Fingerprint unlock, NFC with Google Pay, global network bands, and Android 9 Pie OS.

The Armor 6E sells for a special price of $199,99 on Gearbest, pretty low for all the features it offers. Also running is the promotion for the big battery flagship Ulefone Power 6 that costs just $159.99.

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