Author: Chris Eilers

According to the latest news, Samsung Galaxy Note 9 has been benchmarked on Geekbench with the Exynos 9810 processor, 8GB RAM and massive 512GB storage! Check it out right below!

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 benchmarked with Exynos 9810 Soc!

The Galaxy Note 9 is one of the most anticipated large-screen smartphones of the Korean brand with the gorgeous design and the powerful processor. As per the previous information, this phone surfaced on the Geekbench with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chip. Currently, the Galaxy Note 9 has been spotted on benchmark with the Exynos 9810 Soc. Moreover, both of these chips come with 6GB RAM.

Besides that, according to our sources, the Exynos 9810 chipset is faster than the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor. On the other hand, based on @IceUniverse, the upcoming flagship might offer another variant with massive 8GB RAM and 512GB of onboard storage. However, there is no official news about this model. Next, let’s take a closer look at the Galaxy Note 9 specs.

In terms of the display, the Galaxy Note 9 features a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED with a tall 18:5:9 ratio and a resolution of 1440 x 2960 pixels. Besides that, the Galaxy Note 9 runs on Android 8.1 Oreo and rocks a non-removable Li-Ion 3850mAh battery. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Note 9 camera system packs a dual 12MP (f/1.5-2.4) + 12MP (f/2.4) rear sensor and an 8MP selfie lens with an aperture of f/1.7. Besides that, this phone might be available in Midnight Black, Coral Blue, Titanium Gray, and Lilac Purple color options.

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 release date and price

The Galaxy Note 9 might hit the market in the third quarter of 2018. Besides that, the Galaxy Note 9 price starts around $1, 247 ~ Rs. 80, 000. Share your opinion about this phone to let us know!

As for your interest, HMD Global is preparing for a new line of Nokia phones. According to an insider source, the new Nokia Titan 2018 Duo is going to hit the market with 6500mAh battery and 41MP PureView camera. Check it out!

Nokia Titan 2018 Duo

The new Nokia Titan 2018 duo is one of many exciting projects of HMD. Based on what we know, two new smartphones are about to debut: Nokia Titan 2018 and Nokia Titan Plus 2018. Moreover, these two Nokia flagships all equip the 6.01” Quad-HD touch-screens. Separately, the Nokia Titan 2018 specs own the Optic AMOLED display while the Plus gets the Super AMOLED version.

Besides, Nokia Titan 2018 phones are getting the latest Android Oreo 8.1, which is same as other models of HMD Global earlier this year. Concerning the configuration, the Nokia Titan 2018 mobiles run on Snapdragon 845 chipset and other octa cores. Speaking of the storage, they both offer 128/256GB ROM, alongside 4GB RAM (Nokia Titan 2018) or 6GB RAM (Nokia Titan Plus 2018).

Notably, there must be another 256GB extra for both brands via nano SIM/SD card slot. Thus, it is good to have more than one option between Gold, Black, and Silver color available. Whereas, both Nokia beasts contain a 41MP PureView rear shooter. However, Nokia Titan 2018 camera includes a 20MP front-facing selfie, and Nokia Titan Plus 2018 camera sports a 25MP secondary. Furthermore, Nokia Titan battery might be a non-removable 6000mAh while Nokia Titan Plus 2018 specs go with a massive 6,500mAh.

Nokia Titan 2018 duo release date and price

According to our legit sources. Nokia Titan 2018 duo would come around this fall of 2018. As for the cost, Nokia Titan 2018 price may start at Rs. 51,258 ($800), and Nokia Titan Plus 2018 price is around Rs. 54,462($850). Are you excited about seeing these phones? Share with us below!

It looks like some of the speculations about the upgraded G6 Plus have turned out to be true. Recent Motorola Moto G6 Plus new variant’s images have shown that the handset is running on Snapdragon 660. Keep reading for more details!

Motorola Moto G6 Plus new variant show off 6GB RAM and SnD 660

Some leaked photos have surfaced online today suggest Motorola is working on an upgraded version of the Moto G6 Plus. The current variant, which launched last month, comes with Snapdragon 630 chipset at the core, in contrast to previous rumors of a SnD 660. However, these new Motorola Moto G6 Plus live images indicate otherwise. As can be seen in the pics, the device sports a Snapdragon 660 which should provide significant improvements over the 630 processor.

After all, the new octa-core chip will offer improved speeds and should be coupled with an improved GPU as well. Furthermore, the new chip also supports faster memory speeds. Speaking of which, this upgraded Moto G6 Plus will include 6GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage. However, it’s worth noting that a variant with 128GB ROM will most probably be out soon. Apart from these improvements, the rest of the spec sheet remains the same.

In details, Motorola Moto G6 Plus specs feature a 5.7-inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen with the resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels and the 18:9 ratio. Regarding the optics, Motorola Moto G6 Plus camera systems feature a dual 12MP + 5MP rear sensor with phase detection autofocus, and dual-Led dual-tone flash. Meanwhile, the selfie shooter has 16MP with LED flash. Finally, the handset operates on Android Oreo and draws a battery of 3200mAh.

Motorola Moto G6 Plus new variant release date and price

There’s no word on pricing for the new G6 Plus variant yet, or exactly when to expect it. That said, keep in mind that Motorola has an event coming up in Brazil on June 6, so that might be when it will officially unveil the new model, alongside the Moto Z3 Play.

Are you ready for the battle between Xiaomi Mi 8 vs HTC 12 Plus? One of these two phones joins the competition with 8GB RAM and dual camera system. Keep on reading to find out the winner right below!

Xiaomi Mi 8 vs HTC 12 Plus specs

Between the two, HTC U12 Plus is the big release with the stunning appearance. Meanwhile, Xiaomi has finally confirmed to hold an event in Shenzhen (China) to introduce their latest flagship, the Xiaomi Mi 8. In details, HTC U12 Plus specs pack a 6-inch Super LCD6 with a resolution of 1440 x 2880 pixels. On the contrary, Xiaomi Mi 8 specs offer a larger 6.2-inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 1080 x 2280 pixels and a tall 19:9 ratio. Needless to say, HTC Plus has a better resolution and wins this round.

In addition, both Xiaomi Mi 8 vs HTC 12 Plus take power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset and run on Android Oreo base out of the box. In terms of the core and storage, Xiaomi Mi 8 is going to possess an 8GB RAM with 128GB ROM which is not expandable. Besides that, HTC U12 Plus comes with 6GB RAM and two ROM options: 64GB/ 128GB ROM (expandable to 400GB) Once again, we can see that these two handsets are having quite a tough competition with almost the same performance and storage capacity. But HTC sure gains a point in this round!

How about the photography system? HTC U12 Plus camera packs a dual 12MP + 16MP primary snapper and a dual 8MP selfie shooter. On the other hand, Xiaomi Mi 8 camera system packs a dual 20MP (f/1.7) + 16MP (f/2.0) rear sensor with phase detection autofocus and dual-LED dual-tone flash. This phone also bears a single 16MP front shooter with an aperture of f/2.0. With a better camera setup, Xiaomi Mi 8 gets another point. In addition, the HTC U12 Plus battery houses a 3500mAh capacity. Whereas, Xiaomi handset comes with a 3300mAh battery. HTC snatches back one point, thus making this battle a tie!

Xiaomi Mi 8 vs HTC 12 Plus release date and price

HTC U12 Plus will be available in June and Xiaomi Mi 8 release date falls on May 31st, 2018. Besides, HTC U12 Plus price starts around $718 ~ Rs. 48, 990 while the Xiaomi Mi 8 price can start at $550 ~ Rs. 38,000. Overall, these two devices are quite similar in terms of features and performance. However, our choice would still go to the Xiaomi Mi 8 more due to its affordable price. What do you guys think? Share your opinion down below!

We have had various articles about the BlackBerry Ghost series launch this quarter with haunting design and stunning specs. And recently, a tweet from Evan Blass revealed the BlackBerry Ghost summer release with dual camera setup and 4GB RAM. Keep reading for more details right below!

BlackBerry Ghost summer release with a dual camera setup

In the past few months, we have rendered a pair of renders for a couple of new handsets prepped by BlackBerry licensee Optimus. According to our sources, both the BlackBerry Ghost and the Ghost Pro will be two of the sexiest BlackBerry phones ever produced. Moreover, the two devices each feature an edge-to-edge screen and an aspect ratio of 18:9. Furthermore, the Pro version shows off a fingerprint scanner on the back of the phone.

Recently, Evan Blass sent out a tweet about the BlackBerry Ghost handsets. Blass said that the handsets are going to reach the market this summer. Besides, the BlackBerry Ghost series is going to feature dual rear cameras with low-light enhancement and optical zoom. In addition, the Ghost series will probably end up an India-only affair. Moreover, the BlackBerry Ghost Pro specs will come with the DTEK security feature and BlackBerry Hub.

In terms of BlackBerry Ghost Pro specs, they include a 5.8-inch AMOLED screen with QHD resolutions of 2560 x 1440 pixels. Also, the handset will house the grilled speaker, the USB-C charger and the 3.5 mm jack is on the top. Moreover, the device sports Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, alongside 4GB RAM and 128GB ROM (expands to 256GB). Besides, Ghost Pro device works on Android Oreo 8.0 and a 3800mAh battery. Whereas, BlackBerry Ghost Pro camera includes a dual 20MP rear sensor and a 16MP selfie snapper.

BlackBerry Ghost Pro release date and price

As mentioned above, BlackBerry Ghost Pro is going to launch in summer 2018. For the cost, there has been yet any information related to its price. However, we expect that the price will fall around $575 ~ INR 38, 990. Are you looking forward to this phone? Drop a comment to share with us your ideas!

Nokia 8 Sirocco is one of the latest flagships of HMD Global with HUGE 6GB RAM and the powerful dual camera setup. Keep on reading to check out our Nokia 8 Sirocco review today!

Nokia 8 Sirocco review

At MWC 2018, the company unveiled some impressive handsets and Nokia 8 Sirocco is one of these devices. The new Nokia flagship comes with the stunning appearance with the great processor. First of all, let’s take a closer look at the Nokia 8 Sirocco design. This phone sports a glass back with the steel frame. Besides that, the 8 Sirocco boasts the Corning Gorilla Glass 5 for protection. How about the hardware department? Take a look below!

In addition, Nokia 8 Sirocco gets power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset instead of the latest Snapdragon 845 processor. Meanwhile, this phone offers the impressive performance with huge 6GB RAM and 128GB of onboard storage (no card slot). On the other hand, speaking of the capacity, the Nokia 8 Sirocco battery rocks a non-removable Li-Ion 3260mAh juice box with fast charging support.

Moreover, the Nokia 8 Sirocco camera system packs a dual 12MP (f/1.8) + 12MP (f/2.6) rear sensor with Zeiss optics at the back of this device. Meanwhile, the selfie shooter sports 5MP (f/2.0) which can capture the great selfies in the good lighting conditions. In addition, the primary lens supports Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) to stabilize the videos and the 2X optical zoom to capture long-distance shots. Moreover, this phone comes with the Pro Mode app which allows users to manipulate settings, including the IOS, white balance, shutter speed, and exposure. You can check more details HERE.

Nokia 8 Sirocco release date and price

Nokia 8 Sirocco was available in April 2018. Besides that, the Nokia 8 Sirocco price is $725 ~ Rs. 49, 490. Share your ideas about the Nokia 8 Sirocco review!

Are you ready for the battle between two beasts Nokia Cormac vs Nokia 8 Sirocco? These two beasts join the battle with 8GB RAM and dual camera system. Keep reading to spot the winner right below!

Nokia Cormac vs Nokia 8 Sirocco specs

Nokia 8 Sirocco is the new flagship of HMD Global. Meanwhile, Nokia Cormac is the upcoming mid-range device of the company with the stunning appearance. In details, Nokia 8 Sirocco specs offer a 5.5-inch P-OLED display with a resolution of 2560 x 1440 pixels. Besides, Nokia Cormac 2018 specs offer a 5.5-inch AMOLED screen with the same resolution. As a result, two smartphones score a draw in this round.

In addition, Nokia 8 Sirocco runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset, while the Cormac 2018 gets power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor. Besides, Nokia 8 Sirocco sports 6GB RAM with 128GB ROM. On the contrary, Nokia Cormac comes in two variants of 4GB RAM, 64GB ROM or 6GB RAM, 128GB of onboard storage. Both can be expandable up to 256GB via MicroSD card. As a result, the Cormac gets one points thanks to the better chipset.

How about the photography? Nokia 8 Sirocco camera equips a dual 12MP + 13MP rear sensor and a 5MP selfie shooter. Whereas, Nokia Cormac camera system equips a dual 24MP+24MP Selfie camera and a rear snapper featuring a dual 20MP+20MP lens. Nokia Cormac again takes one point thanks to the better camera system. Coming to the battery box, Nokia 8 Sirocco battery rocks a 3260mAh capacity, while Nokia Cormac battery box has 6000mAh with fast charging support. Both Nokia 8 Sirocco and Nokia Cormac run on Android 8.0 Oreo. With the bigger battery, our point goes to Nokia Cormac.

Nokia Cormac vs Nokia 8 Sirocco release date and price

Nokia 8 Sirocco release date is in April 2018. Meanwhile, there is no word about the Nokia Cormac 2018 release date. However, we expect the company to launch it in the final quarter this year. Besides, as for the cost, Nokia 8 Sirocco price is $923 ~ Rs. 59, 878. Whereas, Nokia Cormac 2018 price might start around $499 ~ Rs. 34, 038. With the lower price tag and better specifications, Nokia Cormac 2018 is our choice. How about you? Drop a comment to let us know!

Today, we have the battle between Vivo Z1 vs Xiaomi Redmi S2 taking place on PricePony. Notably, one of these competitors offers dual cameras and 4GB RAM. Check out the final winner below!

Vivo Z1 vs Xiaomi Redmi S2 comparison

Between the two, Vivo Z1 is the new name in the market with dual camera and impressive AI gaming feature. Meanwhile, Xiaomi Redmi S2 is the upcoming device of the Chinese brand. In details, Vivo Z1 specs receive a 6.3-inch (1080×2280 pixels) full-HD+ screen with 19:9 aspect ratio. On the contrary, Xiaomi Redmi S2 specs include a smaller 5.99-inch screen with a resolution of 1440 x 720 pixels. With the higher resolution, the Vivo handset is ahead.

In addition, Vivo Z1 equips with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 and the Xiaomi Redmi S2 gets power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset. In terms of the storage, Vivo handset comes in only one 4GB RAM variant and 64GB inbuilt storage, expandable via microSD card (up to 256GB). Besides that, Xiaomi Redmi S2 offers 2GB/ 3GB/ 4GB with 16GB/ 32GB/ 64GB ROM. Needless to say, Xiaomi is taking the lead in this battle due to its memory variety.

Regarding the operating system, both Vivo Z1 vs Xiaomi Redmi S2 runs on Android Oreo out of the box. Furthermore, the Vivo owns a 3260mAh battery box, while Xiaomi Redmi S2 houses a bigger 3080mAh capacity. Vivo earns another point! Photography-wise, Vivo Z21 camera features a setup with 13MP+2MP rear snapper and LED flash. Also, there would be a 12MP camera at the front. In contrast, Xiaomi Redmi S2 camera packs a dual 12MP + 5MP rear shooter and a 16MP selfie lens. Xiaomi takes one point for better optics MP, thus making this battle a tie!

Vivo Z1 vs Xiaomi Redmi S2 release date and price

The two devices release dates are in the second quarter of this year. As for the cost, Xiaomi Redmi S2 price is $134 ~ Rs. 8,999. Meanwhile, Vivo Z1 price in India starts around Rs. 19,999 ~ $294. In the end, both of them are quite similar regarding the features and performance. Therefore, we suggest you buy the Xiaomi Redmi S2 due to its more affordable price tag.

A dream collaboration has happened! HTC has announced its multi-year partnership with McLaren F1 to create a new VR experience – Vive VR headset. Keep scrolling for more juicy news!

Recently, McLaren F1 team has signed a multi-year VR partnership with HTC that is going to bring new virtual reality (VR) experiences to the platform. In light of this occasion, the Taiwanese company will also launch a McLaren-themed Vive VR headset in the future. According to plan, McLaren will use the Vive Pro for the “world’s first VR esports competition integrated with a real sport.” The McLaren team already has some experience in organizing esports competitions before.

Like last year, the company held the World’s Fastest Gamer event, and the winner got a job as an official simulator driver. Sounds too good to be true right! So far, HTC has been delivering on the promise of VR with game-changing technology and high-quality content. Thus, bringing premium VR to consumers and enterprises all around the world. Now, together with McLaren, HTC will make premium VR accessible to a brand new audience helping drive greater adoption of this critical technology.

On a side note, let’s take a look at the latest HTC model – U12 Plus. In details, HTC U12 Plus specs come with a 6-inch Super LCD screen with the resolutions of 2880×1440 pixels and a tall 18:9 ratio. Under the hood, the HTC flagship sports an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset and Android Oreo 8.1. Moreover, the storage provides 6GB RAM and 64GB/128GB ROM, which is expandable to 256GB. On top of that, HTC U12 Plus camera include a dual 12MP (f/1.75) +16MP (f/2.6) rear snapper and a double 8MP+8MP selfie shooter (f/2.0). Also, there would be a 3500mAh battery box and rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. Lastly, HTC U12 Plus price is around Rs. 62990 ~ $921 when launched on 23rd May 2018.

Will HTC and McLaren Vive VR headset be in the near picture?

Unfortunately, for now, there is no official statement regarding the so-called VR experiences. So don’t get your hopes up for 360-degree streaming on your Vive headset, though, as the motorsport series won’t give up easily broadcast rights and digital media.

After the controversial ban in April, US government has now reached an agreement with ZTE to lift it up, but with some conditions. Keep scrolling for more juicy news!

US lifts ZTE ban from buying Qualcomm chips.

For those that don’t know, back in April, The U.S. Department of Commerce banned American companies from selling components to telecom equipment maker ZTE Corp. The reason is that the company broke an agreement due to illegally shipping goods to Iran. The ban would prohibit ZTE from conducting business with American companies. And would ban all sales within the US for seven years.

Under terms of the ban, U.S. companies cannot export prohibited goods, such as chipsets, directly to ZTE or via another country. Apparently, this ban has the potential to impact the company’s business in a negative way. American firms are estimated to provide 25% to 30% of the components used in its equipment, ranging from networking gear to smartphones. However, the situation has changed ever since then.

One month later, a new report says that ZTE and the US government have come to terms to get it back in business. Trump has negotiated a $1.3 billion fine with the Chinese President over a phone call. The proposal goes against Congress, and most people believe that the Trump administration should not give into the pressure of easing up on ZTE; since the company broke sanctions against North Korea and Iran. In addition, the US will install US compliance officers to make sure things remain as they should. As promised by President Trump, the seven-year ban will be lifted and no longer valid. But the company will have to make a lot of changes in its management and pay even more fines.

The bright side of the ban lift

The positive action towards ZTE is part of the ending trade stand-off between the two biggest economies in the world. While Washington will allow the Chinese telecommunications company to keep its production going, Beijing will remove taxes on US farm products.

Until now, we all know about Xiaomi as a technology devices manufacturers with products like smartphones, TV or even household appliances. According to the latest report, the Chinese brand is now taking on a new challenge with their first every personal loan platform – Mi Credit! Read on for more details!

Mi Credit: Xiaomi Brand New Personal Loan Platform For MIUI Users!

Today, Xiaomi has announced a brand new service for their India market users. Notably, they introduce the Mi Credit, a new service that acts as a platform for users to initiate financial lendings. For now, the Chinese company has listed financial loan providers on Mi Credit. As a result, all users can log onto the platform to apply for quick loans. On the other hand, Xiaomi shared that Mi Credit is now available in partnership with KreditBee.

However, the Mi Credit is accessible for MIUI users. Unfortunately, the Xiaomi Mi A1 owners might miss out on the chance to take a look at this new program. So how does the Mi Credit work? According to KreditBee, they provide loans from Rs 1000 up to Rs 1,00,000. Moreover, the loan can be initiated within 10 minutes with a simple KYC verification. Besides, every verification and user information input is completed on partner platforms, with Mi Credit currently only listing all agents.

Previously, the Chinese brand has also introduced their Mi Music and Mi Video programs. In details, Mi Music similar to other music streaming services like Gaana, Amazon Prime Music and more. The application has an interesting Dynamic Lyrics feature; in which they can highlight the lyrics of the song that’s currently playing. Lastly, with the Mi Video, all users can connect to streaming services like SonyLIV, Hungama Play, Voot, AltBalaji, Zee5, Viu, TVF and more.

What will Xiaomi release next?

With the announcement of the Xiaomi Redmi S2 handset launching, it seems like Xiaomi has many plans in store for India fans! Which device or applicant would you like to see Xiaomi release? Drop a comment to let us know!

Today, we finally catch the LG V35 ThinQ first real image online. Based on the surfaced photo, LG next ThinQ handset is going to arrive with the fantastic bezel-less display and nice dual camera system! Read on to find out more information about this LG phone today!

LG V35 ThinQ first real image shows the dual rear camera, bezel-less display!

Previously, we had many reports about the rumored AT&T exclusive LG phone: V35 ThinQ. According to many reports, this LG handset is going to be the updated version of the LG V30S ThinQ with some additional changes. Furthermore, the LG device also appeared on the FCC website today. Notably, the LG phone arrives with the model number LM-V350EM. On the other hand, the LG V35 ThinQ also reads multi-band LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth (BDR, EDR, LE), NFC, and WPC.

Based on the LG V35 ThinQ first real image, the LG device is going to sport hardware you’d expect to find in a flagship on the market nowadays. However, there is not much change in term of the appearance from the photos. The only notable difference can be the upgrade feature in LG V35 ThinQ camera system! On the back, this LG smartphone equips a dual 16MP wide-angle lens with phase detection & laser autofocus, LED flash. Meanwhile, there is another 5MP (f/2.2, 1/5″, 1.12µm) selfie lens.

Besides, LG V35 ThinQ specs sport a 6-inch Full vision display with QHD+ resolution (1440 x 2880 pixels). Under the hood, the LG handset runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset and Android 8.0 Oreo. As for the storage, the LG smartphone offers 6GB RAM with 128GB/256GB ROM. Additionally, there is also another microSD card which can expand up to 400GB. Furthermore, the V35 ThinQ rocks a non-removable Li-Po 3300mAh battery box. Besides, the LG phone has Google Lens support and Quad DAC audio. Finally, the LG phone comes with two colors options: New Platinum Gray and Black.

LG V35 ThinQ release date and price

We can expect the new LG handset to arrive on AT&T this summer. As for the cost, LG V35 ThinQ price can start at $809 ~ Rs. 55, 000. What do you think about this LG phone? Drop a comment to let us know!