Author: Chris Eilers

It looks like Sony has a big plan for 2018! This week, we have the news about the Sony Xperia XZ1 successor to come next year with specs like 4GB RAM, Snapdragon 845 chipset! Read on to find out more about this handset!

Sony Xperia XZ1 successor: 4GB RAM, Snapdragon 845 chipset

Previously, we have caught the rumors about a big line-up handset series of Sony in 2018. In details, we received the news about four models, carrying the code names: H8216, H8266, H8276, and H8296. Moreover, there is also a potential Sony Xperia XZ Premium successor. Both have the names: H8116 and H8166. We believe that these smartphones will take on the bezel-less design with 4K resolutions! From the image, one device is similar to the current Xperia design, while the other has a curved frame.

On the other hand, we also have the news about a brand new variant of the Sony XZ1. The Sony Xperia XZ1 successors can have the name Sony Xperia XZ1S or Xperia XZ2. Furthermore, this new Sony flagship is going to have a new design, very different from the standard Sony handset. Under the hood, this flagship sports the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, along with 4GB of RAM. Moreover, Sony Xperia XZ1 successor is going to have the latest Android 8.0 Oreo as the operating system.

Regarding the display, Sony Xperia XZ1 successor specs include a 5.48-inch display with the resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels. Furthermore, the screen will come with thinner bezels or bezel-less display. For the photography, Sony Xperia XZ1 variant camera has a dual 12MP snapper on the back. On the other hand, there is a 15MP selfie shooter on the font. Regarding the battery, Sony Xperia XZ1 successor has a 3,130mAh juice box. Finally, there is also Dual SIM support and micro USB port.

Sony Xperia XZ1 successor release date and price

For now, there is no further information about the Sony Xperia XZ1 successor availability. However, we can expect Sony to release more details about it in January 2018. For the cost, we hope Sony Xperia XZ1 successor price can be lower than $690 ~ Rs. 44,471. What do you think about this handset? Drop a comment to let us know!

Samsung and LG are planning to introduce new entry-level and mid-range phones next year: Samsung Galaxy A8 2018, A8 Plus 2018 and LG K10 2018. Some of these smartphones offer the bezel-free design and some impressive specs. Keep on reading for more details!

Samsung Galaxy A8 2018, A8 Plus 2018 and LG K10 2018 specs

At Consumer Electronics Show 2018, Samsung is going to announce the duo Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 and Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus 2018. Meanwhile, LG will introduce another member of LG K series: LG K10 2018. First of all, let’s talk about the display. Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 specs come with a 5.7-inch display (1080 x 1920 pixels), while Galaxy A8 Plus features a larger 6-inch Super AMOLED Infinity display (1080 x 220 pixels). Besides, LG K10 includes a smaller 5.3-inch (1080 x 1920 pixels). In terms of the operating system, all run on the latest Android 8.0 Oreo.

Next, let’s move on to the storage. Both of Samsung Galaxy A8 and A8 Plus offer 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM (expandable up 20 256GB). On the other hand, the upcoming LG phone comes with 3GB RAM with 32GB ROM (expandable to 128GB). In addition, the Galaxy A8 runs on Exynos 7420, while A8 Plus uses the Exynos 7885. Besides, LG K10 gets power from MediaTek MT6752. Additionally, the Galaxy A8 packs a 3300mAh capacity. Meanwhile, Galaxy A8 Plus draws a 3500mAh battery and the LG phone houses a smaller 3000mAh juice box.

Regarding the photography, Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 camera sports a 16MP rear camera and a dual 13MP + 5MP selfies snapper. Additionally, Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus features a 16MP camera on the back and a dual 16MP + 8MP front-facing camera. In addition, LG K10 camera offers a 13MP rear shooter, while the selfie snapper has 5MP.

Samsung Galaxy A8 2018, A8 Plus 2018 and LG K10 2018 release date and price

LG K10, Samsung Galaxy A8 and Galaxy A8 Plus 2018 release date is in January 2018. For the cost, both Samsung Galaxy A8 and Galaxy A8 Plus price start around $600 ~ Rs. 38,457. Besides that, LG K10 price begins $250 ~ Rs. 16,024. Which phone is your choice? Stay tuned and wait to get more information.

At the moment, Huawei is working on the latest phone on its next flagship: Huawei P11 in 2018 with some interesting specs such as a 40MP cam, 6GB RAM. Check it out in our article below!

Huawei P11 specs and appearance exposure

Huawei is the leading smartphone manufacturer in China. Now they are about to launch the new flagship in their P-line: Huawei P11. This device might take the similar appearance of iPhone X.  Here are the features we can expect of this phone. As for the display, this Huawei beast might sports a 6 inches screen and 2K resolution. Apart from this, in terms of processor, the Huawei P11 specs offer the latest Kirin 970 SoC with AI.

When it comes to the photography and videography features, this Huawei phone provides Leica camera sensors with 24MP snapper for selfie fans. Besides that, this phone also owns a 40MP lens, detection and laser autofocus on the rear. For the internal memory, this Huawei flagship includes 32 GB/64 GB ROM, 6 GB RAM. There is also a microSD card to expand the memory capacity up to 256GB.

Additionally, this phone is graced by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 to protect the screen from scratching. Regarding the OS, this beast runs on the latest Android 8.0 (Oreo). Furthermore, this phone packs a non-removable Li-Ion 3800 mAh battery. Other connectivity options are also available on the phone are Wifi, hotpot, 3G, 4G, Bluetooth,….

Huawei P11 release date and price

There is no official information from Huawei about the launch date of this phone. However, we expect that Huawei P11 and Huawei Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro flagships will come in CES 2018. For the Huawei P11 price, it might cost around $600 ~ Rs. 38,523. What do you think about this flagship? Drop us a comment to share your opinion!

In the modern era, smartphone users desire for a more long-lasting juice box. Let’s take a look at some factors that influence the battery life in our article below!

How do we attain 3 to 4 days battery life and when?

It is claimed that AMOLED display is more power-efficient than an LCD one. However, it is quite complex and difficult to measure the effect of the screen on the energy box because not only the battery brightness but what is on the display also matter. Take iPhone X and iPhone 8 Plus as an example. In a battery test for Web browsing and Video playback, iPhone 8 Plus defeats the iPhone X by over 3hrs. It is possible that iPhone X offers higher resolution and the faceID functions than iPhone 8.

The second components of battery life are 5G & Bluetooth 5.0. One of the consideration in developing the 5G standard is the reduction in the power consumption. Moreover, 5G promises a greater data rate. Besides that, 5G could boost the capacity by 4 times over the current systems. therefore, 5G can enable 20% power saving. In addition, Bluetooth 5.0 standard can also double the BLE data rate.

Furthermore, every chipset comes with an announcement that they “have delivered greater performance at a higher efficiency. “The upcoming Snapdragon 845 platform promises much and “all with extended battery life, so you can keep up with what’s important”. Additionally, Apple is designing its own Power Management Integrated Circuit (PMIC) for inclusion in future iPhones to extend battery life by several hours. Besides these factors, other factors such as Wireless Charging technology or Micro LED also have an impact on the battery box.

What to expect in the future?

In 10 years, we can expect a revolution in battery life. At the moment, we might see out smartphones with 3-4 days battery life as a standard. In the future, can it increase up to 7 to 10 days?

Samsung upcoming flagship couple of 2018 includes Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8 Plus (2018). Surprisingly, one of these devices sports a 6-inch display and dual 16MP+8MP cameras. Check out the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) and Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus 2018 first look below!

Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) and Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus 2018 first look

According to our sources, the Samsung Galaxy A8 couple shows up at CES 2018 with beautiful design and stunning specs. In details, Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) specs include a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED screen with resolutions of 1080 x 2220 pixels. Meanwhile, Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus sport a bigger 6-inch display with the same type and resolution. Besides, both handsets run Android Oreo 8.0 out-of-the-box.

Under the hood, both Samsung handsets pack an octa-core Samsung Exynos 7885 chipset. Both Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) and Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) specs feature 6GB RAM while 4GB RAM model expects to happen with a lower price. Besides, both Samsung devices storage comes with 32GB/64GB ROM, which is expandable to 512 ROM via microSD card. As a result, there is no much difference between two handsets for the hardware.

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For the cameras, the information gives specs with dual 16MP+8MP front cameras with an aperture of f/1.9. We can hope that the specs apply to both models. Meanwhile, Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus introduces a 16MP rear camera with an aperture of f/1.7. On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy A8 primary camera has no information so far. Moreover, Samsung Galaxy A8 battery packs 3000mAh while Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus battery provides 3500mAh.

Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) and Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus 2018 release date and price

Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) and Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) release date falls on CES event in January 2018. Furthermore, Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) price comes at $561 (~ Rs. 35999), and Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) price starts from $600 (~ Rs. 38703). What do you think about these upcoming handsets? Drop a comment and share with us your ideas!

Recently, HMD Global is working on a mid-range phone aside from their Nokia 9 flagship: NOKIA TA-1047. This new smartphone might sport some special features such as 6GB RAM, 4100 mAH batt. Check it out in our article below!

NOKIA TA-1047 specs

In 2018, we can expect some of the interesting phones from HMD Global such as Nokia 9 and a variant of Nokia 6. Besides that, a new Nokia phone with model number TA-1047 was spotted on FCC. When it comes to the appearance, this Nokia phone may look very different from its siblings. Some people guess that this is the Nokia 3310 4G. However, this NOKIA TA-1047 phone is not meant for the US market. Here are some specs we can expect in this phone.

The Nokia TA-1047 specs come with a dual-SIM slot and dimensions of 133 × 68 mm. The device’s diagonal measurement is 140mm or around 5.5-inch display. Moreover, this Nokia phone sports Bluetooth 4.2 and LTE bands 5, 7 and 38 support. Furthermore, HMD announced that they would launch a new affordable 4G phone to meet the demand in the growing markets such as India. Therefore, the handset could be a new 4G feature phone.

We also expect that this phone will come with 64GB ROM and 6GB RAM, expandable up to 256GB ROM. Besides, this phone also runs on the latest Android 8.0 (Oreo). In addition, this phone might pack a non-removable Li-Ion 4100 mAh battery. For photography and videography department, there is no official information from HMD yet. This phone could feature an 8MP front-facing camera and a 12MP rear snapper.

NOKIA TA-1047 release date and price

FCC reveals that this phone will not available on US market. For the launch date, HMD Global may launch the phone at the upcoming CES or MWC 2018 events. There is no official information about this phone, but we expect this phone price is around $234 ~ Rs. 15,000.

One appealing feature of smartphones is their sleek and futuristic designs. In recent years we have been seeing more and more bezel-less display, with edge to edge or infinity screens. Here they are in no particular order — some great bezel-less phones for so cheap in this list! Let’s have a look!

1. Xiaomi Mi Max 2: Chinese beast with bezel-less display

Let’s start our list by looking at our biggest pick. The biggest phone on our list, the Xiaomi Mi Max 2 comes with a massive 6.44 inch Full HD+ IPS display, with a 1080 by 2160 pixels resolution, as well as DCI-P3 color gamut and 18:9 aspect ratio. The design saves space on the front by using a 5MP selfie camera at the bottom of the device, which is smaller than standard sensors. It was released this year in July 2017, and stands out from other smartphones thanks to its massive display. It also has a great design, with an all metal body, and rounded edges that makes it easier to hold than its older counterpart.

Running Android 7.1 Nougat, it includes 4GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage, 2.0GHz Snapdragon 625 octa-core SoC processor, and a 5300mAh Quick Charge 3.0 battery. This really is giving you an impressive 2 days battery life. The large screen makes it perfect for media consumption on the go, and hardcore gaming right at your fingertips. This also comes with a very reasonable price tag, at 13,999RS (about $217).

We can never get enough of updates from an upcoming new Nokia devices. After much speculation, it seems like the Nokia 6 2018 will be freshly released in the beginning of the year. Though it is not finalized yet, there is one thing we know for sure: the Nokia 6 will be a good and appealing handset 

Nokia 6 specs: 5.5 inch, 4GB RAM and much more

This year has been a pretty good year for HMD Global. The legendary manufacturers that have been making all it takes to bring Nokia revival come to life. They have released some solid devices, and excitement around their brand continues to stir the tech news world every day. The release of Nokia 8 has blown away some of the users with its specs. It also succeeded in making people even more excited about the devices that are up and coming. Here, trusted leaks of the Nokia 6 are no exception! More below on what’s getting people excited…

The first leaks and reports about the Nokia 6 mark it as being released in 2018, which is an exciting for users who haven’t found what they wanted in this year’s smartphone market! It’s believed to be likely sport a 5.5 inch display, with a 18:9 aspect ratio. Such and ideal ratio, isn;t it? The phone will both be easy to hold in your hand, but still sports a decent screen size for viewing media for those video and images addicts. Design-wise, it is also rumored to carry forward the design language of the Nokia 7, which is great for people who love a professional-looking, angular design.

Aside from just the looks, there are also solid news regarding the interior specs of this new little jewel. The device packs 4GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, and a decent Snapdragon 630 processor. This makes the new phone suitable for the rest of the Nokia range in terms of performance. Other Nokia 6 2018 features include those that made the Nokia brand: a fingerprint sensor, dual sensor camera, and so on. Hopefully, it will be pre-installed with the much anticipated Android Oreo (version 8.0).

Nokia 6 2018 release: more sneak peek ahead of launch date

All in all, the information we have thus far sound exciting, especially when looking at the alleged design. We are expecting Nokia 6 design to inherit and develop from Nokia 7. This means a body made from a mix of metal and glass finishes, with a slight inspiration from Nokia 8. Last but not least, one very important element: Nokia 6 2018 price. Since the current Nokia 8 is tagged as Rs 35,000, which is around $542, we hope Nokia 6 2018 will just be somewhere around that!

Nokia 8 VS Huawei P10 Plus both came out this year with amazing specs. Now both of them are facing head-on in our comparison between the two: let’s see which can win the showdown in your opinion!

Nokia 8 vs Huawei P10 Plus: tight specs comparison!

In terms of design, both the Nokia 8 and the Huawei P10 Plus look amazing! All you need is to take a look to realize these devices are in their serious games. There are a few differences, however: the Nokia 8 has an overall smaller display, with a 5.3 inch IPS touchscreen. On the other hand, Huawei P10 Plus has a larger display with a 5.5 inch IPS NEO LCD screen. Both of them sport some pretty solid resolutions, which is QHD by the way. The Nokia 8’s slightly smaller screen size does mean it wins here with a slightly higher 554 pixels per inch, versus the 540 that the Huawei P10 Plus sports.

Both of these smart devices run on some solid specs under the hood, with the Nokia 8 sporting 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. However, the Huawei P10 Plus takes the lead if you’re getting their L29 version instead of their L09 version. The reason: L09 version is identical to the Nokia 8 here. Meanwhile, L29 version actually sports 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Both of the phones have tons of sensors. I would vote for Nokia 8 in this aspect, with extra sensors such as a heart rate sensor embedded into the device! We’re super curious to give that one a try.

Finally, let’s end this comparison with our favorite bit, the cameras showdown. If you’re a super user of social media, you’re going to have a close look at this part of the comparison!!! You can see that the Nokia 8 is being a bit left behind in this department… It does have a completely respectable duo of 13MP cameras for the main camera, with one in RGB and one in Mono, as well a single 13MP camera for the front. The Huawei P10 Plus, however, has a dual 20MP and 12MP camera for the main, and an 8MP camera for selfies. Tough choice to make!!

Nokia 8 vs Huawei P10 Plus: same price, which is your vote?

It’s hard to say for sure which of the two is the better device. Both Nokia 8 and Huawei P10 Plus have similar specs, and look great!! However, you should keep in mind that the Nokia 8 did cost less on release. The Nokia 8 is around Rs 39, 434 (which is around $612), whereas the Huawei P10 Plus costs Rs 43,235 (which is around $671). If you’re willing to spend more on your phone, perhaps you will prefer the Huawei P10 Plus! Let us know in the comments!

Motorola brought out their latest invention — the Moto X4! You could say that this phone slots in pretty comfortably between the flagship Moto Z2 Play and the Moto G5S Plus in many ways, but is for sure still an upgrade from the Moto G5S Plus! Let’s have a look at this phone, piece by piece — remember to let us what your opinions are on this device!

Moto X4 review: Great design, strong specs, and more…

This phone starts off on some really great bases already, just by looking at it and feeling its weight in your hands! The Moto X4 has really got an amazing design going for it, with some great looking curved edges. The phone design uses completely metal and glass finishes, giving it an amazing premium look. On top of that, Moto X4 really has amazing colors, with distinct Sterling Blue or Super Blue! There’s no way you can mistake this handset for other devices. The display itself is a good size: 5.2 inches OLED, with 1080 by 1920 pixels of resolution, which is perfect for this compact design.

Now, let’s get inside this phone’s hardware and software and see what comes of it. First, we can see that it has 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal memory. It is powered by a pretty mid-range chipset, with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 SoC chipset in its pocket. The memory can of course also be expanded, and impressively it can be expanded up to 2TB! And to add to this list of specs, this phone is fully IP68 dust and water resistant! But, what really stands out from this device is that you can connect it to four… yes, FOUR Bluetooth devices at the same time! Really taking connectivity to the next level!

Finally, let’s end this comparison with the social media user’s most important tool, the cameras. If you’re a super user of social media, you’re going to have a close look at this part of the comparison!!! You can see that this phone really has what it takes, with a very high-end design for its cameras. It sports a dual camera setup with a 12MP telephoto lens and an 8MP wide-angle lens. This will be a perfect tool for those looking to specifically alter the settings to their photos, since their in-phone photo app is really great at that. There is also a 16MP front camera for selfies, with a flash as well.

Moto X4 review: a high-end member of the Moto family.

This device is really a treat, with specs that impressed us all the way and really held up to scrutiny. All in all it’s a great device in many ways – the fast charging allows you to charge up to 54 percent in just 30 minutes! That’s perfect for heavy users who may need a battery top-up once in a while. There’s some great things going for this device, and that includes the price: around Rs. 22,999 (which is around $356). Let us know what you think about the Moto X4 in the comments!

If you have an eye for a long-lasting phone with surprisingly cheap cost, our list today is for you. Here is the selection of phones with 3-day battery life with Rs. 600! Check it out!

1. Callbar C63

The first phone in our 3-day battery life phone today is Callbar C63. Firstly, this phone comes with only 1.8 inch Display. For the internal memory, this phone supports 10 MB RAM, 10 MB ROM (expandable up to 8GB).

Moreover, this Callbar C63 also sports a 0.3MP Rear Camera on the back side. In addition, when it comes to battery, the handset offers 800 mAh Battery. For Callbar C63 price, this phone costs around Rs. 545 ~ $8.5.

2. Yxtel A10 (Red)

The second phone we suggest on the list today is Yxtel A10. Firstly, this phone comes with 1.8 inch Display. Moreover, speaking of the internal memory, the phone offers 32 MB RAM and 32 MB ROM. Besides, for the photography department, the Yxtel A10 also sport a 1.3MP rear Camera. In terms of the juice box, this phone packs a 850 mAh Battery. Lastly, Rocktel Selfie S1 price is around Rs. 559 ~ $8.7

3. Rocktel Selfie S1

Another 3-day battery phone in our selection is Rocktel Selfie S1. This phone offers a 1.8 inch Quarter QVGA screen. Moreover, the phone comes with 10 MB RAM and 32 MB ROM, expandable up to 12GB ROM. When it comes to the photography features, the phone sports a 0.3 rear camera. There is no selfie camera on this phone. Regarding the energy, this device offers 800 mAh Battery. Rocktel Selfie S1 price falls around Rs. 577 ~ $9.

4. Gfive N9

The last phone in our long-lasting phones selection today is Gfive N9. This Gfine mobile phone features 1.8 inch Display. Furthermore, speaking of the internal memory, the phone comes with 16 MB RAM and 16 MB ROM (unexpandable). Besides, in terms of camera, this device offers 0.3MP rear camera. Lastly, concerning the energy capacity, Gfive N9 provides 950 mAh Battery. For the cost, Gfive N9 price is around Rs. 569 ~ $8.88.

AMAZING CHEAP phones with 3-day battery life Rs. 600 only

All of the phones on our list today come with a very cheap price. If you are looking a long-lasting battery phone, we suggest Gfive N9 or Yxtel A10  with better battery.

Some analysts at JPMorgan announced that Bitcoin could soon be considered as new gold. This digital currency would become more reliable and could even store wealth in the future. Read our article for more details!

What is Bitcoin, “Bubble Territory” or “New Gold as JPMorgan announce ”?

According to Wayne McCurrie, he believes that Bitcoin is a digital version of gold. At the moment, Bitcoin and gold are apparently similar because they are not under the control of the government. However, Bitcoin has existed for only a couple of years, whereas Gold has been a valuable commodity for over 5000 years. If Bitcoin becomes a true success, this digital currency would be under the legislation.

Moreover, according to JPMorgan analyst Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou: “The prospective launch of Bitcoin futures contracts by established exchanges, in particular, has the potential to add legitimacy and thus increase the appeal of the cryptocurrency market to both retail and institutional investors.” Bitcoin seems to have a bright future and might soon be under the control of laws.

On the other hand, Forbes has also claimed that Bitcoin price “has most of the elements of a bubble” and will ultimately burst. At the moment, there are a lot of opinions about the future value of Bitcoin. Some people predicted that the too rapid growth of Bitcoin price beyond $3000 would create the hazard of extreme volatility. Besides, as the USD decreased by 12%, gold and Bitcoin increased by 4% and 3% respectively. This means that gold is a safer asset to choose, and Bitcoin is close behind.

Will Bitcoin overtake gold and silver?

Because of the increasing value of Bitcoin, some online businesses have just switched to operate solely with the e-currency. It is very likely that Bitcoin is becoming better known throughout the world. We expect that this digital currency would soon surpass precious metals due to the increasing users.