Author: Chris Eilers

Recently, a strange issue has appeared on the Apple iPhone X camera. To be specific, some people have had glass cracks on the phone’s camera cover. Keep reading for more details!

Apple iPhone X camera issue

Ever since January, a thread on the Apple discussion forum has been growing. It appears that the glass cover on the Apple iPhone X that protects the lens on both rear cameras has started cracking on many units. Now, some people might blame it on being careless, as when you drop the phone on a hard surface, the glass will crack. And that would make perfect sense except that the complaints came from iPhone X owners who affirm that they have never dropped their expensive handset.

So if that is not the case, what could cause the cracks to appear? Some put it on the temperature. Apple states that the iPhone X needs to be in an ambient temperature range of 32°F (0°C) to 95°F (35°C) while in use, and -4°F (-20°C) to 113°F (45°C) when at rest. However, some users have tried using the phone in colder conditions than those specified by Apple and found no damage whatsoever on their device. Perhaps this is something that is not weather related.

One Apple community member says “This obviously is a design/material flaw!” On a side note, let’s take a look at the phone’s specs. In details, the Apple iPhone X specs include a 5.8 inch OLED with the resolution of 2346 x 1125 pixels. Under the hood, it retains the A11 Bionic chip and draws a 2716 mAH juice box. Regarding the storage, the Apple handset offers a 3GB RAM and 64GB/256GB ROM with no card slot. Photography-wise, Apple iPhone X camera includes a dual 12MP (f/1.8, 28mm) + 12MP (f/2.4, 52mm) rear snappers and a 7MP (f/2.2, 32mm) selfie shooter.

Apple remains silent amidst the controversial

Whatever the reason for the cracks, Apple has been on the quiet side. Considering the bad publicity it received last week when it was discovered that the company knew in advance about the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus bendgate; and that its decision not to use epoxy led to “Touch Disease” on the same models, Apple needs to be completely transparent about this new issue.

Save the date! Motorola Moto Z3 Play official launch is coming soon! This phone with 4GB RAM and Dual Cam will make its debut on June 6th. Keep reading for more details!

Motorola Moto Z3 Play official launch with 4GB RAM and Dual Cam

The company’s upcoming Moto Z3 Play has been subject to a lot of leaks over the past few weeks, and it appears that the device is ready for launching. Motorola has started sending out press invitations for the event on June 6th in Brazil. Although the teaser doesn’t give away any details about the device, it’s not shocking to predict what smartphone will launch. The company has already released its Moto E5 and G6 series of smartphones.

So far in 2018, the company has not launched an iteration of its highly popular Moto Z series. The Moto Z3 Play is the first in line to present, with a flagship Moto Z device expected to launch in the fourth quarter of 2018. Now let’s take a look at its specs! The Motorola Moto Z3 Play specs offer a large 6-inch Super AMOLED with an 18:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels.

Regarding the optics department, the Moto Z3 Play camera system packs a dual 12MP + 8MP snapper on the back with phase detection and laser autofocus, dual-LED dual-tone flash. Meanwhile, the front-facing lens sports a single 5MP shooter with an aperture of f/2.0 for the selfies. According to the internal document of XDA Developers, the upcoming Moto’s premium mid-range device might get power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset as the processor, along with 4GB RAM and two ROM options: 32GB/ 64GB which is expandable up to 256GB. On top of that, the Moto Z3 Play battery rocks a non-removable Li-Ion 3000mAh juice box. Under the hood, this phone runs on Android 8.0 Oreo.

Motorola Moto Z3 Play release date and price

As mentioned above, the Motorola Moto Z3 Play official launch is going to be on June 6th in Brazil. For the cost, the Moto Z3 Play price starts at $337 ~ Rs. 22, 999. Stay tuned and share your opinion with us!

The Asus Zenfone 5Q phone is the first brand’s handset to be available for pre-orders in the US after being announced a few days ago. In details, the handset works on impressive quad cameras and Android Oreo 8.0. Check it out below!

Asus Zenfone 5Q phone available for pre-order in the US

Last February, Asus announced their three new Android smartphones – ZenFone 5, ZenFone 5Z, and ZenFone 5Q. As far as it concerns, there are no mentions regarding their availability and target markets. However, one of these handsets is now available for pre-order stateside, specifically in the US according to legit sources. In details, we are talking about the Asus ZenFone 5Q, known as the ZenFone 5 Lite in other markets.

On the other hand, the Zenfone 5Q is the most affordable model among Asus’ three new phones. Also, this Asus phone does not have a notch, compared to its other two brothers. According to Asus’ US website, the phone would offer three color variants for the ZenFone 5Q including Midnight Black, Rouge Red, and Moonlight White. However, the phone can be pre-ordered only in black at the moment.

As far as it concerns, Asus ZenFone 5Q specs sport a 6.0-inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen and the resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels. Furthermore, the ZenFone 5Q also runs Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630, alongside 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of expandable storage space (to 2TB). On the other hand, Asus ZenFone 5Q has the latest Android 8.0 Oreo (customized with Zen UI 5.0). Whereas, Asus ZenFone 5Q camera equips a dual setup with a 120-degree wide-angle secondary sensor on both front and back. Also, the primary rear sensor comes at 16MP while the primary front snapper receives 20MP. Lastly, the ZenFone 5Q rocks a non-removable 3300mAh battery box.

Asus Zenfone 5Q release date and price

According to the press, the Asus Zenfone 5Q phone has announced in the home country since May 2018 and available for pre-order at Amazon (US warranty included) from July 31. Regarding the cost, Asus ZenFone 5Q price begins at $334 ~ Rs. 22,500 and $299 ~ Rs. 20121 (for Amazon orders). Where else would you expect the Zenfone 5Q to come? Let us know!

Today, HMD Global has released another teaser for their Nokia May 2018 event with some exciting details! Read on to discover what we can expect from Nokia’s grand event now!

Nokia May 2018 Event Teaser: ‘it’s time to get #ChargedUp’!

HMD is now getting ready for the second quarter of 2018 with more exciting announcements! Notably, the Finnish brand has finally revealed the teaser for their upcoming Nokia May 2018 event! Today, another report also stated that HMD Global has sent out the press invites for this event. Furthermore, the teasing photo includes a unique hashtag #ChargedUp. According to our sources, this hashtag can be the star of the exhibition, related to either battery capacity or charging speed.

Ahead of the event, some fans have spotted two unknown Nokia models appeared on a European certification agency’s website. In-depth, these Nokia phones carry the model number TA-1095 and TA-1080. As of now, it’s not clear which smartphones are these due to the lack of specs info. However, because the brand is planning to launch the 2018 variants of the Nokia 3 and Nokia 5, these could be the model numbers for the two. You can find out more information right HERE!

What's next in the #Nokiamobile story? Find out on Tuesday 29th May. It's time to get #ChargedUp. pic.twitter.com/UUwVeBM3Pj

— HMD (@HMDdevices) May 25, 2018

On the other hand, other reports also suggested about two new Nokia X devices hitting the market this year. In details, there are going to be the Nokia X5 and Nokia X7 making their first appearance at the Russian event. As for the specs, we can expect these two to sport quite similar hardware as the X6 model. In terms of the design, both Nokia X devices can sport the notch-display and single front camera. On the other hand, the two Nokia X handsets can also equip a dual camera on the back. Additionally, they also feature the FaceID system like their brother Nokia X6.

Nokia May 2018 Event Date and Time

The grand event of HMD Global is going to take place this Tuesday, May 29th at 19:40 PM (UTC + 3) in Moscow. Until then, stay tuned for more exciting information from us!

Get ready to join the exciting battle between Nokia Edge Pro 2018 vs Sony Xperia ZOOM today! Notably, one of these smartphones arrives with powerful 8GB RAM and 5000mAh battery box! Read on to find out the winner now!

Nokia Edge Pro 2018 vs Sony Xperia ZOOM specs

Out of the two, Nokia Edge Pro 2018 is the upper variant of the Nokia Edge beast with great design. Meanwhile, Sony Xperia ZOOM is the first Sony device to arrive with triple-lens camera system! Now, let’s begin with their display. In details, Nokia Edge Pro 2018 specs equip a 5.7-inch screen with a 4K resolution (3840 x 2160 pixels). Besides, Sony Xperia ZOOM specs include a 5.5-inch AMOLED display of 4K resolution. Both handsets are quite equal in this round!

Under the hood, Nokia Edge Pro 2018 and Sony Xperia ZOOM are going to run on the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset. As for the storage, Nokia Edge Pro 2018 offers 8GB RAM with 128GB/ 256GB ROM. Meanwhile, the Sony Xperia ZOOM is going to arrive with 6GB RAM and two ROM options: 64GB/128GB. Since both devices’ storages are expandable up to 256GB via microSD, the Nokia beast wins this round thanks to a more powerful RAM!

How about the photography system? Nokia Edge Pro 2018 camera features a 42MP rear sensor and a 24MP selfie snapper. On the contrary, Sony Xperia ZOOM camera includes a triple system of 20MP + 12MP + 16MP rear snapper. Furthermore, there is a dual 12MP selfie lens on the front. The Sony device gains a point with the excellent rear snapper setup. However, the Nokia phone also moves up a point with greater selfie shooter. In terms of the operating system, both Nokia Edge Pro 2018 and Sony Xperia ZOOM run on the latest Android 8.0 Oreo. Finally, Nokia Edge Pro 2018 rocks a non-removable 5000mAh juice box. Additionally, the Sony device has a smaller a 4800mAh battery box. One final point goes to the Nokia flagship!

Nokia Edge Pro 2018 vs Sony Xperia ZOOM release date and price

For now, Sony Xperia ZOOM and Nokia Edge Pro 2018 release date fall in the last quarter of this year. As for the cost, Nokia Edge Pro 2018 price is $815 ~ Rs. 53, 039. Moreover, Sony Xperia ZOOM price falls around $900 ~ Rs. 61, 000. With a lower price tag, the Nokia phone can be a good choice with impressive 8GB RAM and 42MP selfie camera!

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!