Author: Chris Eilers

After appearing in a teaser video, a picture of Xiaomi Mi Max 3 retail box has also surfaced online. This phone ships with 5400mah battery and dual cam set up. Keep reading for more details!

Xiaomi Mi Max 3 retail box unveiled

Surprisingly, the one that leaked the Mi Max 3 retail box picture is no other than the company’s CEO Lei Jun. The box appears big and simple, coming in a yellowish colour and an extra-large number “3”. Our guess is it’s probably hinting at the massive display size the phone will sport. Lei Jun also revealed that they discussed the content of the Xiaomi Mi Max 3 conference. He then answered some of the questions on Weibo, including confirmation of the previous specs rumours.

Previously, the alleged Xiaomi phone appeared on TENAA listing with some fantastic specs info. We spot a total of three models: M1804E4T, M1804E4A, and M1804E4C. Regarding the hardware, they are going to run on an octa-core, 1.8GHz processor. Moreover, the three Mi Max 3 variants arrive with a 6.9-inch display of 2160×1080 pixel resolution. As for the storage, there are different RAM versions of 3GB, 4GB, and 6GB.

Meanwhile, the internal storage is 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB. Optics-wise, Xiaomi Mi Max 3 camera is going to equip a dual camera system with 12MP main sensors. On top of that, there’s another 8MP selfie lens on the front. However, the M1804E4C model only has a 5MP secondary lens. In term of the operating system, the three Xiaomi models come running on the latest Android 8.1 Oreo version. Besides, they also include a non-removable 5400mAh juice box underhood.

Xiaomi Mi Max 3 release date and price

If all the rumours and speculations are accurate, then we can expect the Xiaomi Mi Max 3 to debut on June 28. Furthermore, Xiaomi Mi Max 3 price should fall around $266 ~ Rs. 17, 990. Are you excited for this Xiaomi phablet’s debut? Let us know with a comment!

When you are a fan of League of Legends, you would not want to miss the Rift Rivals 2018 international competition coming this week. To come up with the pace, we would like to list out the global power ranking for the race below, let’s find out!

League of Legends: Rift Rivals 2018 ranking this July 2

For those who might not know, Rift Rivals 2018 is an event taking place in July 2018 for the game League of Legends. As it concerns, teams from two or three regions meet at each in five separate international LAN tournaments. As we expect, China is seemingly the most potential region in this race since we have all the four teams coming to the World Contenders (top 10). They include Royal Never Give Up (#1), Invictus Gaming (#2), EDward Gaming (#6) and Rogue Warriors (#8).

*1st tournament: Southeast Asia, Japan, Oceania
*2nd tournament: Vietnam, CIS and Turkey
*3rd tournament: Brazil, Latin America North and Latin America South
*4th tournament: North America and Europe
*5th tournament: Korea, China and Taiwan/Hongkong/Macao

On the other hand, the second potential region is Korea since three of the four teams also makes it to the top 10. In details, they consist of Afreeca Freecs (#3), Kingzone DragonX (#4) and KT Rolster (#7). Sadly, our highly potential SK Telecom T1 team let their fan down while staying in Middle of the Pack (#21). Other positions in top 10 belong to Gen.G (#5), JD Gaming (#9) and Griffin (#10).

Coming to the Playoff Contenders (top 11-20), we can see that Europe and Taiwan / Hongkong / Macao make two teams come to the ranking on each region. In details, there are G2 Esports (#13) and Fnatic (#20) for Europe while Flash Wolves (#12) and MAD Team (#18) represents for the other region. Also, Team Liquid of North America also makes it to the top 16. Meanwhile, other names are Hanwha Life Esports (#11), Misfits Gaming (#14), Suning Gaming (#15), Team SoloMid (#17) and Snake Esports (#19). Keep on reading below for the other rankings from 21-52.

Middle of the Pack (#21 to #30)

Struggling (#31 to #40)

Bottom of the Barrel (#41 to #52)

If you’ve had a phone for over a year, you’ve probably noticed the battery doesn’t seem to last as long as it used to be. Thus, we come up with some Charging habits to maximise your battery life. Keep reading for more details!

1. Partial charging

One particularly persistent battery myth is that you need to occasionally fully discharge and recharge to erase “battery memory.” Partial charging is just fine for Li-ion batteries and can actually have some positive benefits for cell longevity. Therefore, charging up your phone in that 30-80% range keeps the voltage lower and prolongs the battery lifespan.

Using up just 20% of your battery between charges isn’t going to be practical for most people. But topping up when you’ve used about half will see a notable improvement in your battery life in the long term, especially if you avoid charging up to full each time too. The bottom line is that small regular top-up are much better for Li-ion batteries than long full charge cycles.

2. Avoid idle charging

Charging overnight or in a bed during the day is a very common habit, but it’s not recommended for several reasons. First, continuous trickle charging of a full battery can cause plating of the metallic lithium, which reduces stability in the long term and can lead to system-wide malfunctions and reboots. Secondly, it leaves the battery at the higher stress voltage when at 100%, as we just mentioned above. Third, it creates excess heat caused by wasted power diffusion. Ideally, a device should stop charging when it reaches 100% battery capacity. Only turning the charging circuit back on to top up the battery every now and again — or at the very least reducing the charging current to very small amounts.

3. Notice the temperature while charging

Just like high voltages, high temperatures stress the battery and make it lose capacity far more quickly than when it’s at lower temperatures. So don’t leave your phone under pillows to charge at night or charge it in your car on a hot day. Fast charging technologies are a controversial issue here, as the higher current and voltages can definitely lead to a hotter device while charging. Fast charging was never really envisioned for full cycle charging though. Instead, it’s a fast way to top up your phone quickly to get it back in your hands. Leaving your phone to quickly charge up for 15 to 20 minutes won’t lead to major overheating problems, but I certainly don’t recommend charging them overnight.

Charging habits to maximise battery life

There are things you can do to prolong the life of your battery and handset. To sum up, you should end a charge at 80% since it is better for the battery than topping all the way up to 100%. Next, avoid overnight charging and keep your phone out of hot places. In the end, we hope you guys enjoy this list of Charging habits to maximise battery life. Stay tuned for more tips and tricks from us!

Our daily life has become more and more comfortable with various convenient gadgets. The device in our article today is the smart stylus pen. A good news for LG fans is coming since LG has patented a smartpen with the flexible display. Keep reading for more details right below!

LG patents a smartpen with a flexible display and plenty of sensors!

Last week, in the latest “Bizarre Inventions,” LG has patented a smart stylus pen that can potentially replace your phone. The key feature of the stylus pen is the two displays. It incorporates a small one for app shortcuts, notifications and time. Meanwhile, the bigger display is of the flexible variety. In details, a dedicated button rolls out and retracts the display so you can use it as a conventional smartphone when needed.

Moreover, it can run all the regular apps and be used for browsing and texting. Besides, the pen’s displays may follow the design and technology of LG’s 65-inch roll-able TV. On top of that, the pen might carry various sensors which could be found in modern smartphones. They include gyro, e-compass, proximity, pressure, camera and even eye-tracking sensors. Furthermore, there may be also a fingerprint reader, microphone and earpiece, making the pen a full-fledged handset.

Apart from the display and sensors, the patent hints at another interesting feature. This feature allows the pen to be paired with any smart device like a phone or a tablet. The connection turns the writing on whichever surface into writing in the paired device’s screen.

LG smart stylus pen release date and price

At the moment, there is yet any information related to this smartpen’s price or release date from LG. However, we expect the company to launch the pen next year autumn. Are you looking forward to this device? Drop a comment to share with us your ideas and stay tuned!

After Nokia Slimmest Smartphones, there seems to be another Window phone from Nokia – Nokia Snow 2018 that is coming. While most are interested in Android, some people still prefer the user-friendly launcher and the security of Window Mobile OS. Have a glance!

Nokia Snow 2018 phone

As we witnessed, a new category has appeared on the official website of Nokia. In details, this category tab in the website premises different branches of Nokia phones, probably a comeback for Window Phones. On the other hand, Nokia must have kept for their numbers of advantages from Window Mobile operating system. In general, Windows Mobile is a user-friendly launcher with the high-security level.

Moreover, these new Nokia Window phones are labelled Nokia Snow 2018 due to its elegant white colour. If you notice, there is a metal line rimming along the border of the phone. On the other hand, we will have a Nokia logo and a 5MP selfie camera on the top front panel. According to our legit source, the phone sports a 4.8 inch Super AMOLED screen with the resolution of 1000×600 pixels.

On the rear panel of this smartphone, we will find the Nokia Snow 2018 camera with a 14MP primary Carl Zeiss sensor. Based on the latest updates, Nokia smartphone features an Intel chipset paired with 4GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. Moreover, this phone is predicted to be pre-installed Window Mobile 10 OS. On the other hand, the machine is also equipped with a USB Type-C on the right side of the phone. Furthermore, there would be a 3.5 mm headphone jack on the top edge.

Nokia Snow 2018 release date and price

Notably, Nokia Snow is going to have 3 colour variants: Blue, Red and Black. Furthermore, it is just the colour of the metal line while most of the other parts are still in white. Whereas, the Nokia Snow 2018 price is still unknown because Nokia Snow’s launching date seems to be later in 2018. For now, it is safe to say that the Nokia device costs around $320 ~ Rs. 22038.

Real gamers who are addicted to the stunning graphics of video games might not want to skip our list today. Our list of top video games in the past decades from the most classic to the modern ones rated by IMDB. Find out which one is for you this summer!

1. God of War

The first name of top video games in the past decades belongs to “God of War”. Among the list, this game is the latest release since the game arrived this 2018. According to the IMDB list, the game rated at the almost maximum score at 9.9/10 with the first place on board. In case you do not know, the game is 45GB in size to download from the PlayStation Store, which is available for the PS4 player.

According to our sources, the God of War releases for the PS4 on April 20 for Rs 3,999. Meanwhile, the game also has to checkerboard 4K support for the PS4 Pro. This year, God of War fans would experience the new weapons, combat and mythology. Apart from the new contents, the players would be glad to know that the camera of the character would be no longer locked and controlled. Thus, players can also watch out the gameplay.

2. The Last of Us

Released in 2013, The Last of Us is still one of the names lasting through decades. According to IMDB, the game comes in second place with a score of 9.8. The good news is, the game is soon arriving in India this year for Rs. 2699. In detail, The Last of Us is based in a zombie universe, which falls under the survival horror genre. The plot of the Last of Us for some may be predictable; however, the gaming execution drives the characters and keeps players hooked. Furthermore, the animation during combats stays excellent, and the infected sound is very satisfying.

3. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

It should be notable that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is the name that we find at least three times in the top video games on IMDB list. In detail, the game includes three series: the original pack (2015), the Heart of Stone pack (2015), and the Blood and Wine pack (2016). As we witness from the ranking, the Original and the 2016-released packs score of 9.8, while the other series stays at 9.6. Also, the game is one of the best RPG games with a reputation for creating fantastic fantasy worlds and receives 800 awards. You can download the game for PC via Steam or Gog.com, while it is also available on Xbox and PS4 as well.

4. Grand Theft Auto V

Most of the gamers may find the Grand Theft Auto V (GTA V) game familiar. In detail, the game released five years ago (2013) and now scored 9.7 in 5th place. In case you do not know, the letter “V” represents the fifth edition release of the game. Moreover, the edition provides 20 story plots and scenarios that you can find them all here. Concerning the gameplay, is an action-adventure video game developed by Rockstar North that allowing to play in both 1st and 3rd-person position. Also, the game provides both single-player and multiplayer modes. Besides, the game is available to download on PC, Xbox, and PS4 player.

5. Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End

Last but not least, Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End arrives in 6th place with a score of 9.6 according to IMDB. In detail, Uncharted 4 is another Sony exclusive from the same studio that brought us the Last of Us. Another thing you should know, the developer Naughty Dog also claims that this is the final Uncharted game, unfortunately. Moreover, Uncharted 4 is one of the best cinematic games out there since you can see the scenario that National Treasure and Indiana Jones had a love child. On the other hand, Naughty Dog developed the game available for PS4 with a price tag of Rs. 3,999.

Top video games in the past decades

In conclusion, being in the top 10 for a decade is a tough thing. On the other hand, there are a lot of games that launched this past decade that do deserve attention. Moreover, they are not only games but works of art in their own right. Do you find any of the mentioned above exciting and worth trying this summer? Or do you want to suggest some others? Let us know below!

Do you think WhatsApp can only work on smartphones? Think again! Apparently, the banana phone Nokia 8810 4G is going to get WhatsApp support soon! Keep reading for more details.

Nokia 8810 4G to Get WhatsApp Support

HMD Global has now officially teased WhatsApp support for the ‘banana’ phone – Nokia 8110 4G. The phone, which was unveiled at MWC 2018 as the successor to the legendary Nokia 8110, runs Smart Feature OS (based on KaiOS). Also, it gives access to apps such as Google Assistant, Google Search, and Google Maps as well as includes a revamped Snake game. It does not have support for WhatsApp yet. But that might change soon.

While the Jio Phone is very popular in India with over 25 million subscribers, HMD Global will directly take on the giant if it introduces competitive features like WhatsApp support. Supporting for more popular apps, both the Jio Phone and Nokia 8810 4G can give competition to several low-end smartphones. Notably, it’s unclear how the KaiOS version of WhatsApp will differ from messenger’s Android or iOS apps in terms of functionality.

Regarding Nokia 8110 4G specs, the device sports a 2.4-inch QVGA (160 x 120 pixels) display. The screen is fine for reading texts and viewing basic images and games, but not works of art or movies. This handset also features a headphone jack and FM radio app and a 2MP rear snapper with a single LED flash (first appeared in Original series). Meanwhile, there is no front-facing option. You also get a Qualcomm 205 chipset, 512MB RAM and 4GB ROM. The interesting part is the availability of 4G connectivity and a WiFi hotspot that your phone, tablet or laptop can connect.

Nokia 8110 4G release date and price

Nokia 8110 4G is already available now with a price tag less than $100 ~ Rs. 6,506. However, this phone is more expensive than the 3310 reboot for the design (a distinctive banana-like curve and sliding section).

The race of Nokia Maze Pro 2018 vs Huawei Honor 10 is arriving today with one of them featuring massive 8GB RAM, 7000mAh battery box. Find out the winner below!

Nokia Maze Pro 2018 vs Huawei Honor 10 specs

Huawei Honor 10 was the next flagship from this Chinese brand to hit the market last month. Meanwhile, Nokia Maze Pro 2018 is the upgraded variant of the Nokia Maze 2018 beast. In details, Nokia Maze Pro 2018 specs feature a 6.2-inch Super AMOLED with 4K resolution. Besides, Huawei Honor 10 specs include a 5.8-inch display (1440 x 2560 pixels resolution). Thus, Nokia phone wins for the better screen.

Under the hood, Nokia phone gets power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset while Huawei Honor 10 runs on Hisilicon Kirin 970 processor. Also, the Honor 10 has 4GB/ 6GB RAM with 64GB/ 128GB ROM (expand to 256GB). In addition, Nokia Maze Pro 2018 offers 8GB RAM and 256GB/ 512GB ROM (expandable up to 512GB). Since both devices run on Android Oreo 8.0, Nokia phone is ahead thanks to stronger hardware.

Nokia Maze Pro 2018 battery rocks a non-removable 7000mAh juice box, and the Honor 10 has a smaller 4500mAh one. Meanwhile, the Huawei Honor 10 camera packs a dual 21MP snapper on the rear and a 12MP selfie snapper. Moreover, Nokia Maze Pro 2018 camera system equips a dual 32MP + 20MP snapper on the back and a 24MP selfie lens. As a result, Nokia phone gains our vote thanks to the better camera system.

Nokia Maze Pro 2018 vs Huawei Honor 10 release date and price

Nokia Maze Pro 2018 release date is at the end of 2018, and Huawei Honor 10 just hit the market last April. Concerning the cost, Nokia Maze Pro 2018 price is $580 ~ Rs. 37, 785, and Huawei Honor 10 price can start around $466 ~ Rs. 29, 990. In our opinion, the Nokia phone is worth your extra $100 for the stunning camera and battery. Do you like the Nokia phone or not? Let us know!

Today, we finally have more information regarding the next generation of the next Samsung flip phone with the dual camera, 6GB RAM. Meet the flip phone Samsung W2019 device now!

Flip phone Samsung W2019 to pack a dual camera, 6GB RAM!

Back in December, Samsung has revealed a brand new device belonging to their flip phone series – W2018. In details, this new Samsung handset comes with a gorgeous design of the metal body and the iconic flipping mechanism. As a result, many fans are now looking forward to the successor of this handset. According to the latest report, Samsung has already begun the preparation for the next W device. Notably, the new Samsung W2019 currently has the codename “Project Lykan”.

On the other hand, our sources also suggest that the Samsung W2019 camera is going to arrive with a dual lenses system. Furthermore, the Samsung handset can also sport a quite similar look from the W2018. In terms of the display, Samsung W2019 specs can include two touchscreens. The main is a 4.2-inch AMOLED screen with the resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels. Under the hood, the Samsung phone takes power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset and Adreno 540 GPU.

In terms of the memory, the new Samsung clamshell phone arrives with decent 6GB of RAM with 64GB of internal storage. Additionally, there is a microSD that can expand up to 256GB. Speaking of the operating system, the Samsung handset is going to have the latest Android 8.1 Oreo version. Besides, Samsung W2019 sports a dual 12MP with LED flash, PDAF, optical image stabilization, and the brightest f/1.5 aperture. How about the front-facing camera? Meanwhile, the secondary camera has a 5MP lens for taking selfies with f/1.9. Meanwhile, Samsung W2019 battery packs a non-removable 3000mAh juice box and charges via the USB – C port. Additionally, the Samsung phone has three choices of colour: Black (original version), Gold, and Silver (limited version).

Samsung W2019 release date and price

According to our sources, the Samsung handset is going to debut at the MWC 2019 event next year. As for the cost, Samsung W2019 price should start around $2, 421 ~ Rs. 155, 640. What do you think about the upcoming Samsung flip phone? Drop a comment to let us know!

After being listed on TENAA, Xiaomi Mi Max 3 back panel photo confirms the Mi Max 3 design and specs including 5400mAh battery and dual cam set up. Keep on reading for more details right below!

Xiaomi Mi Max 3 back panel photo reveals design and 5400mAh batt!

The release date of Xiaomi’s phablet is coming nearer since there is more and more information related to its specs turned up. The latest one comes in the form of a live photo of the back panel. This photo confirms the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 design and specs that we mentioned in our previous article. In details, the handset is going to come with dual camera sensors on the back and rear-mounted fingerprint. Besides, the dual camera system is arranged vertically on the left up corner.

Besides, there is also a second photo giving us a good look at how the device is going to look like and hints at the battery. The battery capacity shall be the device’s key feature. The initial reports suggest a 5,400 mAh capacity on the Pro version with Snapdragon 710, but the regular variant with Snapdragon 636 should carry the same cell. For Xiaomi Mi Max 3 specs, they include a 6.9-inch display with a resolution of 2160×1080 pixel.

As for the storage, there are different RAM versions of 3GB, 4GB, and 6GB. Meanwhile, the internal storage is 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB. Optics-wise, Xiaomi Mi Max 3 camera is going to equip a dual camera system with 12MP main sensors. On top of that, there’s another 8MP selfie lens on the front. In term of the operating system, the three Xiaomi models come running on the latest Android 8.1 Oreo version.

Xiaomi Mi Max 3 release date and price

We expect this device to arrive next month for China market. Furthermore, Xiaomi Mi Max 3 price should fall around $266 ~ Rs. 17, 990. Are you excited for this Xiaomi phablet’s debut? Let us know with a comment!

Recently, two mysterious Nokia devices have appeared on a Russia certification website. The devices in question carry model numbers TA-1119 and TA-1087. Keep on reading for more details!

Two mysterious Nokia TA-1119 and TA-1087

A couple of unannounced Nokia smartphones have been certified in Russia. The devices in question carry model numbers TA-1119 and TA-1087 and have been certified by Russia’s Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC). Sadly, not much is known about these devices at the moment, but given that they have started collecting certifications, we expect to hear more about them soon. On another news, there were reports HMD is working on a Nokia 9 – Nokia 8 successor. Let’s take a look at Nokia 9 specs.

In details, the Nokia smartphone offers a 5.5-inch AMOLED with a resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels. Meanwhile, in terms of the processor, the Nokia phone gets power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset and Adreno 540 GPU. Moreover, the Nokia phone sports 4GB RAM with two ROM options: 64GB/ 128GB. In addition, the storage can be expandable up to 512GB via MicroSD. Besides that, this phone might run on Android 9.0 P straight out of the box as the operating system.

How about the optics department? The Nokia 9 camera system equips a dual 13MP (f/2.0) rear sensor with Carl Zeiss optics, dual-LED dual-tone flash. Meanwhile, the front-facing shooter has a dual 5MP (f/2.0) + 5MP (f/2.4) selfie lens. Speaking of the capacity, the Nokia battery rocks a non-removable Li-Ion 3250mAh juice box with Quick Charge 3.0 technology. Regarding the release date, the company might launch the new Nokia phone at IFA 2018 in August. Besides that, as for the cost, Nokia 9 price starts around $841 ~ Rs. 57, 990.

Nokia TA-1119 and TA-1087 availability

Unfortunately, that is all we have known so far about these two mysterious phones. If you are interested in them, stay tuned with us for further updates!

Today, let us introduce you to the fantastic Sony Xperia XZ3 flagships with many impressive specs like 8GB RAM, Dual camera and Android P. Read on to catch the full information about this device now!

Sony Xperia XZ3 flagship: 8GB RAM, Dual camera!

At the MWC 2018, Sony introduced the latest generation of their XZ series – Sony Xperia XZ2. In details, we have the standard Sony Xperia XZ2 and a smaller XZ2 Compact. Moreover, the Japanese manufacturer continues to release one more device: Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium. Notably, this Sony phone is their first device to come with a dual camera system. As a result, we can expect the next successor of this series to arrive with the same photography system.

Now, let’s see what Sony equips this handset! In terms of the display, the Sony Xperia XZ3 specs pack a 5.7-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels. Additionally, the Sony phone screen sports a tall 18:9 ratio with a large bezel. On the other hand, the Sony device is going to take power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset. As for the storage, the Sony device paired with 8GB RAM and two ROM options: 64GB/ 128GB. Besides, there is a MicroSD card that can expand up to 400GB.

Besides that, the Sony Xperia XZ3 camera system equips a dual 19MP (f/1.8, 25mm) + 12MP B/W (f/1.6) rear sensor. Moreover, the snapper on the back also supports predictive phase detection and laser autofocus, and LED flash. Meanwhile, the front-facing shooter sports a single 13MP selfie lens with an aperture of f/2.0. Under the hood, the Sony phone rocks a non-removable Li-Ion 3240mAh juice box. Lastly, the Sony Xperia XZ3 flagship comes running on the latest Android P operating system!

Sony Xperia XZ3 release date and price

According to our sources, Sony Xperia XZ3 is going to make its debut at the MWC 2019 event. How about the cost? The Sony Xperia XZ3 price starts at $723 ~ Rs. 47, 976. What do you think about this Sony device? Let us know with a comment!