Author: Chris Eilers

Seems like LeEco is planning something big. Recently, a screenshot of a benchmark on Antutu has been leaked, and the device in question from LeEco, presumably LeEco Le Pro 3, has the score higher than OnePlus 3, which tops Antutu chart for the first half of 2016! Let’s see what the company has in store for us with this device!

LeEco Le Pro 3 specs: 8GB RAM?

As we just mentioned, the score this new device got from Antutu is 163,546, even higher than the top scorer of the chart for first half of the year, OnePlus 3 (140,288). This means that the coming device is going to be a beast in terms of performance. This new device from LeEco is suggested to be the LeEco Le Pro 3. However, there are also reports of another Le Pro 2S coming soon from LeEco. Both seem to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 chipset, so either both of them are the same device, or there will be slight variations coming from LeEco. Let’s just call it the Le Pro 3 for now.

The rumored about RAM is also inconsistent. According to the source that leaked this Antutu score, the device (LeEco Le Pro 3) is going to pack 6GB of RAM. Other reports previously suggested that LeEco could even go for 8GB. Many of us would consider that overkill for a smartphone. Either way, with RAM like that, this new LeEco device will definitely be one smartphone to look for!

Also according to rumors, other LeEco Le Pro 3 specs include 64GB of onboard storage, the main camera of 16MP and a selfie shooter of 8MP. Of course, all of us should just take this information with a grain of salt, because there is no way to verify the source. The mentioned Antutu test score screenshot was put on Chinese microblogging site Weibo. We need LeEco’s official statements about this device.

LeEco Le Pro 3 price and launch date speculation

LeEco Le Pro 3 launch date is expected to be sometime in the coming month. LeEco Le Pro 3 price is also unknown, but we can expect it will be a little higher than Le 2 Pro ($249.99) if the upgrades are true. We expect it to cost about $300, which is still reasonable for such a strong smartphone. For now, let’s just wait for LeEco’s official words. Stay tuned with us for more updates!

Snapdragon 820 and Apple A9 are among the strongest processor that producers love to choose for their premium mobiles. However, if we have to compare them, reports on Antutu will do the trick.

Snapdragon 820 SoC wins over Apple A9

Not so long ago, we gave you the comparison of some chipsets (SND 820, Kirin 955, Exynos 7420, and Helio X25) in the market to find out which SoC is the best. And the trophy went to Qualcomm chipset. This result was not a surprise since SND 82o is now the strongest processor in the market (except for SND 821).  So, how about Apple A9 chipset? Can SND 820 beats this Apple SoC and gain the crown again?

Recently, Antutu has posted two charts of top ten smartphone chip CPU and GPU performance. And SND 820 again is standing on the top of both lists. On the CPU chart, this chipset is at the first spot with the scores of 136,383. Taking the second spot is Apple A9. This SoC defeated the others strong rivals like Kirin 950 (4th place) and Exynos 8890 (3rd position) with 132,657 points.

The next positions belong to Exynos 7420, SND 810, SND 652, Apple A8 respectively. The big surprise belongs to the two last spots. SND 650 chipset beats SND 808 to take the 9th place. On the GPU chart, SND 820 continues to be the king with Adreno 530 GPU (55,098 points). Meanwhile, Apple with PowerVR GT7600 GPU again spots the second slot with 39,104 scores. The next places go to Exynos 8890, SND 810, Exynos 7420, Apple A8, SND 805, Kirin 950, SND 808 and SND 652.

Snapdragon 820 SoC: the strongest processor right now

With the top position of two lists, SND 820 is now the strongest processor at the present. Even though the company released a better version of this SoC-SND 821, there is still not SND 821 phone appearing in the market. For this reason, Snapdragon 820 is still the king. This chipset is very popular. It is used in most of the flagship devices like OnePlus 3, HTC 10, LG G5, or Xiaomi Mi 5.

Dual SIM and removable battery are some of the hot features in nowadays smartphones. Today we will show you the top budget phones that come with both features!

1. Lenovo Golden Warrior S8

First of all on this list of top budget phones, we have Lenovo Golden Warrior S8. This phone comes with a powerful CPU with Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7 and a Mediatek MT6592M chipset. Regarding the memory, there are two variants of this phone: one with 1GB RAM/8GB ROM and one with 2GB RAM/16GB ROM. Both variants are compatible with up to 32GB microSD card.

Talking about the camera, there is a 13MP snapper located on the back and a 5MP selfie shooter sitting on the front. As for the battery, this phone arrives with an average 2000mAh cell which is removable. The screen of this Lenovo phone measures 5.3 inches and offers HD resolution. Warrior S8 supports dual standby SIM. Lenovo Golden Warrior S8 price is around $170.

2. LG K10

The next handset on this list of top budget phones is LG K10. There are two chipset versions of this phone: one with quad-core 1.2GHz Snapdragon 410 and the other with octa-core 1.14GHz Mediatek MT6753. As for the camera, users are offered with a nice combo of 13MP/8MP snappers. Regarding the memory, there are also two variants: 1GB RAM/16GB ROM and 2GB RAM/32GB ROM. Both versions of ROM can be expanded up to 32GB more via microSD card. Other LG K10 specs include 2300mAh removable battery, 5.3-inch HD screen, and dual SIM card slot. LG K10 price is $190.

3. Xiaomi Redmi Note 2

To continue this list of top budget phones, we have Xiaomi Redmi Note 2. Besides having dual SIM card slot and a removable 3060mAh battery, this phone comes with an octa-core 2.0GHz MediaTek MT6795T CPU and 2GB RAM. Other Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 specs include 5.5-inch full HD display, 13MP/5MP snappers, and 16GB ROM. Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 price is very affordable: $140.

4. BLU Vivo XL

We cannot talk about top budget phones without mentioning BLU Vivo XL. This phone packs an Octa-core, 1.3 GHz
MediaTek MT6753 CPU along with 2GB RAM. For photography, you will find a 13MP camera on the back and a 5MP on the front. In addition to the dual SIM card slot and the 3150mAh removable battery, other BLU Vivo XL specs include a 5.5-inch HD screen and 16GB ROM (+64GB). BLU Vivo XL price comes at $180.

5. Asus Zenfone 2 Laser

Last but not least, we have Asus Zenfone 2 Laser. This phone spots a position on this list of top budget phones thanks to its dual SIM card slot and 3000mAh removable battery. Regarding the CPU, there is an octa-core 1.5GHz Snapdragon 615 chipset and 3GB RAM. Other Asus Zenfone 2 Laser specs include 13MP/5MP cameras, 5.5-inch HD display and 16GB ROM (+128GB). Asus Zenfone 2 Laser price is ONLY $170.

Top budget phones with dual SIM and removable battery

So that’s all for our list of top budget phones with dual SIM card slot and removable battery. Do you have any other recommendations? If so, tell us now and maybe we will feature your phone in the next article.

We are welcoming September and it’s time to welcome new 2GB RAM mobiles as well. Check out what you can have this month! 

1. Xiaomi Mido

Lately, a phone coded as Xiaomi Mido has showed up on Geekbench. Many people assume that it will be Xiaomi Redmi 4, a new member of a budget series of the company. Spec-wise, it will be powered by a Snapdragon 625 2.0GHz processor, Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OS, and 2GB of RAM.

For other Xiaomi Mido specs, no words have been made but we expect that there will be 16/32/64GB of internal storage (expandable), a huge battery, and a great camera set on board. Besides, perhaps the Xiaomi will offer a 3GB RAM version as well with a super affordable price. Let’s wait and see!

2. Leagoo T1

Next is Leagoo T1, which has just gone on sale at $105.99, but you can get this smartphone with $89.99 during its special promotional offer from August 25 to September 5. Spec-wise, apart from 2GB RAM, the machine also sports a handy 5.0-inch Full HD display, Leagoo OS2.0 based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow OS, a 2,400mAh batt, a 1.3GHz quad-core MediaTek chipset, and 16GB ROM. Specially, despite its very cheap price, T1 still has a fingerprint scanner and a good combo of 13MP rear + 8MP front-facing camera.

3 + 4. Meizu U10 and U20

Coming up next is a duo budget phone from Meizu: U10 and U20. Well, they are totally new and equipped with decent specifications to do all basic tasks well. Like, Meizu U10 specs include a 5.0-inch HD IPS display, an octa-core processor, 4/5G network, 2GB RAM + 16GB ROM or 3GB + 32GB, and a 2,760mAh cell. About cameras, the main one is capable of 13 megapixels and the secondary snapper is 5 megapixels. As for Meizu U10 price the 2GB + 16GB model costs 999 Yuan ($150) and the 3GB + 32GB costs 1,199 Yuan ($181), available from September 18.

In case of preferring something bigger, you can take Meizu U20 into consideration. It boasts a 5.5-inch Full HD IPS screen, a 3,260mAh battery, and an octa-core MediaTek Helio P10 chip set, but for the rest of Meizu U20 specs, there are no differences compared to the U10. Price-wise, the 2GB RAM + 16GB ROM Meizu U20 costs 1,099 Yuan ($165) while the 3GB + 32GB costs 1,299 Yuan ($195), available from August 28.

5. ChampOne C1

Number 5 is ChampOne C1, “the newest in the series of cheaper than cheap smartphones from India.” You just need to pay Rs. 7,999 or $119 and get a device built with a 1.3GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6735 chip, a 5.0-inch HD display, 4G connectivity, Android 5.1 Lollipop OS, a 2,500mAh batt, 2GB RAM and 16GB of internal storage (non-expandable) home. To take photos, you can use its 8MP primary or 5MP selfie shooter.

6. Samsung Galaxy Folder 2

Next is an interesting flip phone made by Samsung. It has been spotted in some live images recently and here are some basic information about Samsung Galaxy Folder 2 specs: a 3.8-inch display with 480 x 800, a Snapdragon 425 quad-core 1.4GHz processor, 2GB of RAM, 16GB of expandable ROM, an 8MP rear + 5MP front-facing cam package, and 4G LTE support. Additionally, it will run Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OS out of the box and get energy from a 1,950mAh cell.

7. YU Yunique Plus

For those who like true smartphones, this can be a great options for you. YU Yunique Plus specs contain a 4.7-inch HD display, Android 5.1 Lollipop OS, a Snapdragon 410 quad-core 1.2GHz chip set, 2GB RAM paired with 8GB of internal memory (+ 32GB). Under hood, there are a 2,000mAh battery to fuel the whole machine and a set of 8MP main + 2MP selfie snapper to capture things. YU Yunique Plus price is Rs. 6,999 or $105.

8. Apple iPhone 7

Okay, this is a premium 2GB RAM flagship from Apple: iPhone 7. Its launch is getting near, and some leaks about iPhone 7 specs have appeared as usual. Apparently, it will be run by an Apple A10 and M10 coprocessor, 2GB of RAM, a 1,960mAh batt, a 12MP primary shooter, and a 4.7-inch screen identical to iPhone 6s. Just a few days left and you’re gonna get a full sheet of its hardware as well as design.

9. Intex Cloud Tread

Lately, Intex has introduced a new 2GB RAM model for around $75. It’s Intex Cloud Tread. In addition to the phone’s specifications, there are Android 5.1 Lollipop OS out-of-the-box, a 5.0-inch HD display, a 1.5GHz hexa-core MediaTek MT6591 chipset, a 5MP rear + 5MP front camera combo, and 16GB of internal storage (+ 32GB) on board to help power the entire handset.

10. Swipe Konnect Plus

Last but not least, let’s meet Swipe Konnect Plus, priced at Rs. 4,999 or $75. Spec-wise, it features a 5.0-inch HD screen, a 1.2GHz MediaTek quad-core chip set, a 3,000mAh cell, Android 5.1 Lollipop OS, 2GB RAM coupled with 16GB ROM (+ 32GB). It’s very cheap, but don’t look down on its cam. A 13MP sensor with auto-focus and LED flash on the back and a 5MP one on the front are in charge of assisting user to take pretty pictures. Sounds good?

Above are 10 of the best 2GB RAM mobiles for September we’d like to suggest to you. They are interesting smartphones from many brands, both familiar and unfamiliar, with different specifications and price groups for your liking. So, what’s your opinion?

Recently, there have been reports about Apple using MicroLED screen instead of OLED for the new iPhone in 2017. So what exactly is this MicroLED screen, and is it better than OLED? Let’s find out!

MicroLED screen: What’s good about it?

MicroLED is a flat screen technology and has been mentioned since 2014, after Apple acquired the technology firm LuxVue, who had been researching this screen technology for some time. Similar to OLED, MicroLED screen is an upgrade from LCD. Both MicroLED and OLED screens provide higher contrast and consume less energy than LCD screens. Both of them are suitable for smartphones and smartwatches.

However, MicroLED screen has many advantages over OLED screen. It can provide brightness 30 times better than OLED. A MicroLED screen also lasts much longer than an OLED screen, and can be made even thinner than OLED. The power consumption is also better in theory, and most importantly, has lower production cost. We can safely say that MicroLED inherits all the good things about LCD and OLED, and is the best one so far.

What do all these mean? First, Apple can use this to differentiate their products, because this will be the first time ever a commercial product has the MicroLED screen. Ultimately, this will help Apple gain more customers, due to all the benefits this screen will provide. For end-users, they may finally have the solution to the battery problem of smartphones. The screen is usually the part that consumes the most energy in a smartphone. By using MicroLED, the power consumption will be much less, and users will be able to save a lot of battery power.

MicroLED screen: What this means to Apple

The acquisition of LuxVue has brought a lot of things to Apple, besides all the MicroLED patents. For once, they become the owners of the technology. This means that they will be able to even make their own screens one day. As we know, Samsung, the closest rival to Apple, has also been the supplier of screen sheets for Apple, as well as other brands. This has created a supply chain reliance, and will not be beneficial for Apple in the long run. With this technology in hand, Apple may become the supplier in the future. But for now, it has certainly made the market much more interesting, and end users will also appreciate the innovation.

Samsung Galaxy S8: dual camera on the back

Galaxy Note 7 launch this August didn’t really satisfy many people, especially for Samsung fans. Before this launch date, this latest flagship from Samsung is reported to come with powerful specs like SND 821, 6GB RAM, or Android Nougat. However, this device only features SND 820 (the US version), 4GB RAM, and Android Marshmallow. Now, everyone saves those expectations for the next year Samsung flagship – Galaxy S8.

Samsung Galaxy S8 specs are said to be stronger than Galaxy Note 7 specs. It is said to be powered by SND 821 processor. To ensure the performance, the company may add a huge 6GB of RAM. This flagship will also have an iris scanner, a dust + waterproof feature, and 4K or Ultra HD display. One of the most highlight specs of this phone is its cameras. According to some leaks, Galaxy S8 will sport Huawei’s iconic feature- a dual camera.

S8 could probably own a dual camera on the back. This dual shooter will come with the resolution of 12MP and 13MP. On the front, there will be an 8MP selfie snapper. Next to this front-facing camera, you’ll find the iris scanner. It is likely that the company wants to bring Samsung phone cameras to a whole new level.

Samsung Galaxy S8: tough rival in the market

It seems that this Korean giant wants to increase their opportunity by stepping into the dual camera phone segment. Galaxy S8 will be a tough competitor in the market. However, Samsung is not the only brand to go this way. iPhone this year may also come with a rear dual camera. Besides, the successor of LG V10 (V20) will be launched next month with a dual back camera. And these are all we know about the next Samsung flagship. Just stay with us for more information!

Budget smartphones can usually be a good choice for many people. However, it may not be ideal for those who need more powerful specs. In that case, these 5 of the newest Indian mobile will do the trick, with price ranges from Rs.20K-Rs.25K and appealing specs: 5.5-inch display, 4GB RAM, Octa-core,…

1. HTC Desire 826

HTC Desire 826 is an ideal smartphone for selfies in this list of newest India mobile under Rs. 25K. It owns the same 13MP camera on both rear and front side. Both of them come with latest technologies: BSI Sensor, Wide-angle Lens, and Auto Focus. Especially, HTC Desire 826 camera also allow you to take photos by voice commands.

In terms of other HTC Desire 826 specs, it has a 5.5-inch fullHD screen, a 2600 mAH battery, 2GB RAM,  and 16GB ROM (expandable to 256GB). Under the hood, there is an Octa-core Snapdragon 615 processor clocked at 1.7 GHz of speed. The phone runs on Android 5.0.1 (Lollipop) which is upgradable to Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow). HTC Desire supports dual SIM and 4G LTE connectivity. HT Desire 826 price is Rs. 19,400

2. Google Nexus 5X

Google Nexus 5X is a product of Google and LG. It comes with 5.2-inch fullHD screen that is protected by Coning Gorilla Glass 3 and Oleo-phobic coating. One of the most highlight features of the phone is its 12.3MP main camera. Compared to Nexus 5, this camera is much faster and improved. There is also a 5MP camera on the front for clicking selfies. Under the hood, the handset is powered by Quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 clocked at 1.82 Ghz speed. Along with it is an Adreno 418 GPU made for running all Android games. Other Google Nexus 5X specs are 2GB RAM, 16GB ROM, Android 6.0, a 2700 mAH battery, and NFC offers high-speed CAT 6. To be one of newest India mobile under Rs. 25K, Google Nexus 5X price is Rs. 24.490.

3. Xiaomi Mi 5 

It’s no surprise when Xiaomi Mi 5 come to this list of newest India mobile under Rs. 25K.  It is now available in India, with many cool features. One of those is a Qualcomm SnapDragon 820 processor clocked at 2.15 GHz speed. Along with it is the latest CPU: Adreno 530. Other Xiaomi Mi 5 specs are as follow: a 5.15-inch fullHD screen, 3GB RAM, 32GB ROM, 3000 mAH battery,a dual SIM, 4G LTE, and Android 6.0 (upgradable to Android 7.0). Besides, the phone packs 16MP main camera with fast focus and OIS, which is capable of recording 4K videos. Xiaomi Mi 5 price falls at Rs. 22,999.

4. Asus Zenfone 3 (new addition)

Asus Zenfone 3 are now available in India to buy. It comes in two versions: 5.2 Inch display+2650mAH battery+ 32 GB ROM+3 GB RAM and 5.5-inch display+3000 mAH battery+64 GB ROM+ 4 GB RAM. Both versions are powered by Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor clocked at 2.0 Ghz. Also for two versions, the ROM can be expanded up to 256GB. Its main camera is also a good feature, with 16MP resolution, f/2.0 aperture supplied by Sony, EIS, and fast auto-focus. For clicking selfies, you have an 8 MP front shooter. Other Asus Zenfone 3 specs are Android 6.0 couple with ZenUI 3.0, 4G LTE, and VOLTE support for high internet speed. Asus Zenfone 3 design is a combination of Glass and Metal, with a fingerprinter scanner on the back side, and a fullHD LCD screen on the front side. Such a nice design! To be newest India mobile, Asus Zenfone 3 price is Rs 21,999 for 3GB RAM version and Rs. 27, 999 for 4GB RAM version.

5. HTC One X9

Last but not least, HTC X9. Appears on this list of newest India mobile under Rs. 25K, HTC One X9 specs aren’t bad at all. It has a 5.5-inch fullHD screen with 401ppi, 3GB accompanied by MediaTek Helio X10, 32GB ROM, and a camera combination of 13MP/5MP. The phone runs on an Android 6.0 which is reported to be updated to Android 7.0 this year. The BoomSound speakers on the front are good at playing game and enjoying music. HTC One X9 price is 24,849.

Newest India mobile under RS 25K

With price tags range from Rs. 20K to Rs. 25K, those phones sport wonderful specs: 4GB RAM, 5.5-inch display, Octa-core processor, and 13MP selfie shooter. They come from famous smartphone brand, Asus, Sony, HTC, Xiaomi, and LG. Xiaomi Mi 5 and Asus Zenfone 3 are now winning over the rest. Which is your favourite phone? Tell us your thought and follow our page for more updates!

After a lot of requests from players, Microsoft finally put Halo Warthog as one of Forza Horizon 3 cars, with some modifications. Let’s take a look at this Forza Horizon 3 edition Warthog, the gift Microsoft has granted its gamer base!

Forza Horizon 3 edition Warthog: Forza car + Halo Warthog = hype!

Before we get to the Forza Horizon 3 edition Warthog, let’s have a recap of both games Forza Horizon and Halo! Forza Horizon 3 follows up with its predecessors to bring you another ultimate racing game. You will be awed by every detail of the cars, the beautiful landscape of Australia, and the intensity of the race! What’s more, you are in charge of the Horizon festival! You will organize and customize everything, hire and fire your friends, and explore Australia in over 350 of the world’s greatest cars! A wonderful adventure awaits!

Then there comes Halo, a science fiction first-person shooter video game. The plot of the game revolves around a fictional war between human and an alien race alliance called the Covenant. This game is one of Microsoft’s pride in the gaming industry and is considered one of the best first-person shooter games. There’s even a term “Halo-killer” for any game which aspires to be better than Halo! Besides the nice gameplay and plot, the Warthog vehicle in the game has also left a mark in gamers’ minds. And now, there will be a Forza Horizon 3 edition Warthog!

Gamers have asked for a while that the Warthog from Halo be available in Forza Horizon, also one of Microsoft’s exclusive gaming title. And now, their wish has been granted: there will be a Forza Horizon 3 edition Warthog! From the description, the Warthog is a civilian transport version, not a military one. It retains most of the design from Halo. While it may lack brute force, literally – you don’t have the trademark turret gun like in Halo – it has the speed, thanks to the 720 bhp twin turbo V8, making it one of the best cars for racing. It is especially advantageous to race along the rough and tumbles landscape of Australia. This inclusion is perfect for this game!

Forza Horizon 3 edition Warthog: How to get it?

Forza Horizon 3 will launch on September 27 (23 for super special edition buyers) To get this Forza Horizon 3 edition Warthog, you need to have an XBox account (or Microsoft account), and you need to play Halo 5: Guardians or The Master Chief Collection already. By then, you will be given a code for adding this Warthog to the collection of over 350 cars coming with the game already. There will also be a special event in October for players who haven’t tried Halo to get this vehicle as well. So get your gear ready, and race with this Warthog edition!

Fingerprint phones are devices that use fingerprint for security instead of usual PIN digit. The list below is aimed to highlight best fingerprint phones of 2016 for you to choose?

1. Samsung Galaxy Note 7

It is undeniable that Galaxy Note 7 is worth being the most premium flagship of 2016. Samsung equipped its product with so many powerful features and decorated it with a unique design. Galaxy Note 7 specs are various because it supports 2 different versions of SoC. The global version comes with Samsung-made SoC, octa-core Exynos 8890, meanwhile, quad-core Snapdragon 820 model hits the market in the US only. Some of you may worry about their qualities. Don’t worry! A suggestion from Benchmark stated that their performances are alike, but each version has its own particular advantages.

Now let’s have a closer look at Galaxy Note 7! The phone flaunts a 5.7-inch QuadHD screen and supports the latest Corning Gorilla Glass 5 covering its back panel for protection. It mounts a decent 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal memory (expandable up to 256GB via microSD) and 3500 mAh battery under the hood. As for camera, the main one is capable of 12MP with f/1.7, autofocus and LED flash while the secondary shooter is 5MP with f/1.7 aperture and dual video call. As it appears on the list of fingerprint phones, of course Galaxy Note 7 comes with fingerprint scanner. More interesting, it also sports iris scanner as a security method. Galaxy Note 7 price is various as well as its specs, the global version lands at $948 whereas the other is cheaper with $848.

2. LeEco Le 2

The second mobile on the list of fingerprint phones is LeEco Le 2. Its price costs at $212 but LeEco Le 2 specs are boost up with a monster deca-core MediaTek Helio X20 processor. Moreover, there is another version of LeEco Le 2 for people who prefer Snapdragon chipset, it is octa-core Snapdragon 652 SoC. These two models support 5.5-inch full HD display, 3GB RAM, 32GB of inbuilt storage, without expansion, 3000 mAh battery and of course fingerprint scanner. For photo lovers, the LeEco phone comes with 16MP rear camera with f/2.0 aperture and dual-LED, while the selfie snapper is capable of 8MP along with f/2.2 and 1080p video recording.

3. Moto G4 Plus

Moto G series is a good choice for people who love Motorola, affordable price but a sturdy handset. The latest Moto G4 Plus is such phone like mentioned above. It flaunts a 5.5-inch full HD display and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 for protection. Similar to two fingerprint phones above, Moto G4 Plus supports even 3 models of different RAM: 2,3 and 4GB of RAM. Such RAMs is along with 16GB, 32GB and 64 GB of internal storage (all of them are expandable up to 256GB via microSD) respectively. Other Moto G4 Plus specs include: an octa-core Snapdragon 617 processor, 16MP rear camera, 5MP front shooter, 3000 mAh cell and fingerprint scanner. Moto G4 Plus price comes at $268.

4. Oukitel K6000 Pro

Oukitel has been well known for its giant battery phones. Oukitel K4000 sports 4000 mAh battery, Oukitel K6000 mounts 6000 mAh unit and Oukitel K10000 comes with 10000 mAh cell. Recently, it is said that the Chinese company is planning on launching its new Oukitel K6000 Pro. The phone is powered by octa-core MediaTek 6753 processor, 3GB of RAM, and 32GB of internal storage out of the box. It also flaunts 5.5-inch full HD display and offers 4G LTE connectivity. According to some reports, Oukitel K6000 Pro supports 13MP rear snapper placed on the back and a 5MP unit for selfie on the front along with fingerprint scanner. Similar to Oukitel K6000, the Pro version also packs a 6,000mAh battery in tow. Oukitel K6000 Pro price lands round $180 regarding some sources.

5. Lenovo K5 Note

Lenovo K5 Note appears with 2 versions of RAM: 3GB and 4GB. The latter was recently launched in India with a price at around $224. Both models are along with 32GB ROM expandable up to 256GB via microSD. The phone flaunts a standard 5.5-inch full HD display and boasts an octa-core Mediatek Helio P10 processor. As for camera, the phone packs a combo of 13MP rear shooter with f/2.2 and dual-LED flash. On the front, the secondary snapper is capable of 8MP for sharp selfie. To fuel all of such Lenovo K5 Note specs, the phone also supports 3500 mAh battery. Lenovo K5 Note price lands at $212.

6. LG G5

Coming up next on the list of fingerprint phones is LG G5. LG G5 design was changed compared to its predecessor. On its back, volume buttons were replaced by fingerprint scanner. The phone flaunts a 5.3-inch display with QuadHD resolution and Corning Gorilla Glass 4 on the back panel for protection. Under the hood, it is powered by a monster quad-core Snapdragon 820 processor along with 4GB of RAM and 32GB ROM expandable up to 256GB. LG G5 is the only handset on the list of fingerprint phones to sport dual rear cameras, 16MP+8MP, which are able to record 2160p videos. On the front, there is an 8MP front shooter for selfie and video call. All such LG G5 specs are fueled by 2800 mAh battery which is removable. LG G5 price comes at $480.

7. HTC 10

Finally, HTC joins the list of fingerprint phones with its HTC 10. The phone flaunts 5.2-inch display with QuadHD resolution which results in 565ppi pixel density. It runs on Andoird Marshmallow but it is planned to upgrade to Android Nougat. Other HTC 10 specs are brilliant, such as: quad-core Snapdragon 820 processor and Adreno 530 for graphics. It also houses a 4GB of RAM and 2 models of storage: 32/64GB. In terms of camera, it comes with 12MP main shooter on the back with f/1.8 aperture, laser autofocus, dual-LED flash. On the front, there is a 5 MP snapper with f/1.8 aperture for selfie. As for power, HTC 10 is backed up by 3000 mAh battery. HTC 10 price costs $746.

Best fingerprint phones for September 2016

These are some best fingerprint phones that you may want to have one since they boast good specs and affordable as well. How do you think about them? Have you chosen a good one for yourselves? Please share more phones that pack the same feature in order for the list to be fulfilled.

A research by Similar Web – a digital analytics company- has shown that WhatsApp is the most popular messaging app in the world. To be more specific, this service is used in 109 of the total 187 countries surveyed. So what are the reasons behind?

WhatsApp: A global brand

The first reason why WhatsApp is the most downloaded Android messaging application is that the name WhatsApp has become a global brand. Even in some countries where this messaging app is not popularly used, people still know about it. In order to gain this achievement, the company have been working really hard in advertising the app. And then because of its great quality, the users recommend this app for their friends and family members.

The second reason behind the no.1 position of WhatsApp is that people tend to use the apps that already have big user base. When you try a new social media app, I’m sure you don’t want to play it alone. With this messaging application, you don’t have to invite your friends and family members to join you, because most of them are already there. Using another service may make you lose touch with some of your buddy.

The third reason why WhatsApp is so popular is that it is an ad-free service. Only a very few messaging apps in the market don’t come with ads. Messenger doesn’t have ads because it partners with Facebook which is full of ads. Meanwhile, this service is on its own but the brand still has the guts to not feature ads. That’s what I and most users love about this service.

WhatsApp: Convenience is first!

Last but not least, this messaging application gains that position because it’s also available in computers. Have you ever wanted to leave an instant message but your phone is being charged or has run out of battery? If so, just simply turn on your computer, open Chrome browser and download WhatsApp extension.

So now do you agree with the result from Similar Web? If you haven’t used this app, give it a try!

The famous Lenovo Zuk Z2 is coming very soon to India, with a new name: Lenovo Z2 Plus. With 4GB, SND 820 and other premium specs, let’s see if this Lenovo phone can make a hit in India market!

Lenovo Z2 Plus: 4G RAM, SND 820 and more

For Indian users who love Lenovo phones, we have a piece of good news: The Lenovo Zuk Z2 is coming to India. It is reported to be launched in September. The exact release date hasn’t been announced yet, so we need to wait maximum a month for this Lenovo phone. As mentioned, Lenovo Zuk Z2 India will have a change in the name: Lenovo Z2 Plus. Along with it, Lenovo could bring some updated features for this phone.

Let’s talk about the processor first. Lenovo Zuk Z2 is a basic version in Zuk Z2 series, but the phone already offers really decent specs. It is powered by a Qualcomm SnapDragon 820 processor based on Quad-core 2.15 GHz and sports Adreno 530 CPU. The combination of SND 820+Andreno 530 GPU is ideal internally, for gaming and performing multitask. Other Lenovo Zuk Z2 specs include 4GB RAM, 64GB ROM, a 5.0 Full HD display and 3,500 mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0 (83% in 30 min).

In terms of Lenovo Z2 Plus camera, Lenovo gives quite a few improvements in this Indian version. For better comparison, the Chinese version packs 13 MP main camera with f/2.2, phase detection autofocus, LED flash. And recent reports showed that, the Indian variant Z2 Plus camera will come with high-end OIS technology that promises less blurry images and smoother videos.

Lenovo Z2 Plus India: Price and release date

Thanks to the enhancement of camera, Lenovo Z2 Plus price is expected to be higher than the Chinese version. When the phone first debuted in its home country, it costs $275 (roughly Rs 18,5K). Now, it is expected to come at around $300 (around Rs 20K) for Indian users. If you are appealed by this phone, prepare your budget and don’t miss out the chance as September is coming close.

Whatsapp is a well-known messenger app among most of us. To be more specific, it has gained a billion users lately. However, many of us may not know 9 useful Whatsapp tips and tricks to get more out of Whatsapp.

1+2. Adjust “Last Seen” Timestamp + WhatsApp Chat

“Last seen” Timestamp allows your WhatsApp friends to know the last time that you used this app. For some people, this feature may be not very optimal. And the first tip can help you disable this. If you are an iOS user, just go to Settings > Chat Settings > Advanced and disable Last Seen Timestamp. For Android users, you will need to rely on a third party app such as Hide WhatsApp Status which helps you to make yourself invisible from Whatsapp.

The next one on the list of Whatsapp tips and tricks is how to back up and restore your Whatsapp chat. Normally, Whatsapp is set to back up your chats automatically, but you can manually manage it in special case. For example you do not want some files to be backed up. As for iOS smartphones, you can head to Settings > Chat Settings > Chat Backup and trigger Back up Now. On Android, you can follow the same steps but the last one to be tapped is ‘Backup conversations’ instead of ‘Back up Now’ in order to create a backup. Moreover, manual backup is also necessary for media. A new folder is needed to store your media after you copy it from /sdcard/WhatsApp/Media. In terms of Whatsapp restoration, you have to uninstall and reinstall Whatsapp.

3. Apply password digits for Whatsapp

Sometimes, people may be afraid of their friends or family to read their private messages. Obviously, no one wants their privacy to be violated. So how to prevent  private messages from being read by others? Luckily, there are apps that can protect your privacy, such as: Whatsapp Lock for Android and Lock for WhatsApp for Blackberry users. When such secure apps are set up, your Whatsapp will be equipped with PIN or password. They also let you adjust the auto-clock time and change your PIN number.

4. Add conversation shortcuts

It will be more convenient for you to have a nice chat with your friend right after unlocking the home screen rather than after going to Whatsapp. It is only Android devices that are able to do that. You just need to have a long pressing on a group or contact that you want to add shortcuts for. A menu will appear, and you just simply tap on Add conversation shortcut. A shortcut will be immediately created on your home screen. iOS lovers will no longer be upset since there is a third party app such as 1TapWA that supports similar feature to your iPhone.

5. Stop Whatsapp images from being saved to your device

For personal reasons, people usually do not want everyone to see their Whatsapp photos. This is one of Whatsapp tips for you to avoid such incident. If you are handling an Android handset, you need to have a .nomedia file in WhatsApp’s images or video gallery. It is a bit complicated to do so. Read it carefully and follow these steps below. Firstly, you should have a file explorer such as ES File Explorer. Next, go to image or video folders, then tap the New button and create a file with the name as .nomedia and the Gallery will not disturb you anymore. On iOS, just go to Settings > Privacy > Photos and then deactivate Whatsapp.

6. Change your phone number on Whatsapp

You will not lose your Whatsapp account when you change your phone number if you follow this tip on the list of Whatsapp tips and tricks. It is pretty simple to operate. Just go to Settings on your device, choose Account > Change number and enter your old phone number in the first blank and your new one in the second field. Finally, press Done. The app will help you to clarify all your profile and activities on Whatsapp and syncing it to your new number. Easy, isn’t it?

7. Have Whatsapp on your tablet

This is one of Whatsapp tips dedicated for Android tablet only. Firstly, you need to access to Whatsapp’s official site to download its latest version. It is crucial to remember that you enter an URL of a non-mobile site. Then download SRT AppGuard and install both Whatsapp and SRT app. However, SRT app is needed to run at the beginning of the process. After that, choose Whatsapp from the dashboard then press Monitor. Once SRT app is done setting up, switch off ‘Read phone status and identity under phone calls’ function. Now you have Whatsapp on your tablet.

8. Whatsapp chat heads

Facebook no longer lets its users experience chat head feature but Whatsapp users now can have it on their devices. The question being asked, how to bring it to your devices? These Whatsapp tips below may show you. There is an app called WhatsApp Chat Heads, one that works alongside Whatsapp to add chat heads for your chat boxes. Furthermore, with this app, you can also have specific LED colors, new types of notification sounds and chat head colors for each of your contacts. How interesting it is! Unfortunately, the app is still in beta version for developers.

9. Get Whatsapp notifications on desktop

Have you ever been late for an urgent message because you were so busy to check your Whatsapp? If yes, you will not need to worry about it anymore. If you’re using Android devices, these Whatsapp tips below never let you miss any message again. You can use Pushbullet or Desktop Notifications in case you want notifications to appear on your computer screen. For more information, once you install Desktop Notifications on your Android phone, turn it on in Chrome or Firefox or other browsers’ extensions. Link the extension to the app using the code provided and WhatsApp notifications will show up on your desktop.

9 WhatsApp tips and tricks that you should know

Here are some Whatsapp tips and tricks that you may need to boost your Whatsapp experience. There are also some extra apps attached to help you get the best Whatsapp version. If you know anything further, please suggest in order for us to fulfill the list above.