Author: Chris Eilers

The display is always a big factor when choosing a smartphone. Today we will talk about screen resolution. Let’s take a look at our list of best display phones with ascending screen resolution!

1. Samsung Galaxy J7 – HD resolution

The first device on this list of best display phones is Samsung Galaxy J7. It represents the HD resolution segment. This phone comes with an octa-core processor which is clocked at 1.6GHz. Besides, there is a Samsung Exynos 7 Octa chipset and 2GB RAM. This combination will result in a nice multi-tasking performance. As for the display, this phone comes with a 5.5-inch screen.

Other Samsung Galaxy J7 specs are also worth noticing. There is a 13MP main camera on the back and a 5MP selfie shooter on the front. The phone also supports dual SIM and a 3300mAh battery. For storing purposes, users are offered with 16GB of internal memory. You can add 128GB more via a microSD card. Samsung Galaxy J7 price is around Rs 16000 ($240).

In 2016, we see a lot of smartphones with Octa core processor on board. By some ways, Octa core is really becoming a trend! But why?

Octa Core processor : Why it is so hot?

Multiple core can do about 6-8 tasks at the same time while single core can’t. Recently, a lot of smartphones with powerful core has been launched. They are presenting a great performance. For example, we have Lenovo Vibe K5, which makes a hit in early August. This time is also the launch of Samsung Galaxy J7. All of them won’t make you disappointed because of their nice internals: Octa-core processor!

To be more specific, we’ll help you know why Octa core processor can become a popular feature on today’s smartphone. At present, we even see the 10-core. But they can’t win the Octa-core. Why? One of the reasons, the processor’s capability depends on the OS and few different element like apps, your smartphone brand, RAM,etc. And Octa core processor is compatible with all those features. It is strong enough to do all of the tasks and. More importantly, Octa core consumes less power than 10-core

Besides, it is no surprise when the Octa core is better than dual core and quad core. It can solve multiple tasks at the same time, which is a twice better than quad-core and of course much greater than dual-core. Other than that, smartphones with Octa core processor reduce the heating issue and power consumption that quad-core and dual core can’t.

How Octa-core processor work?

Octa core includes a Quad-core and two dual core. When your phone takes part in one mission, dual-core is the first part to do. When there are more tasks to do or you are playing a heavy game, the second dual-core will take the responsibility. Last, when there are too many missions,  the quad-core processor will work. By that way, your phone will run well. Now, did you know how Octa-core processor work and why it becomes a trend?

I’m sure you have heard about 4k resolution in many TV screens, laptop screens and even smartphone screens. But do you know what it means? Take a look at this article to understand more!

What does 4K resolution mean?

A pixel is a tiny unit of light. A 4k resolution display means that it has 3,840 x 2,160-pixel across the screen. So overall there are around 8,300,000 pixels on a 4k display, which is a supermassive number! You may get used to the size of a full HD movie, right? It’s about the same size as your laptop screen. So a 4k image is 4 times larger. But is a 4k display necessary?

A person with normal eye sight actually cannot distinguish the sharpness of a full HD screen and a 4k screen of a… television! So it’s pointless to feature a smartphone with 4k resolution. Sony Xperia Z5 Premium is the first and currently the only smartphone with a 4k display. Can you imagine a table-size image compressed to your tiny smartphone screen? It would be really overwhelming, right?

4k resolution: So how many pixels are enough?

Scientists claim that the ideal pixel density for people with 20/20 eyesight is 300ppi (300 pixels per inch). More pixels than that doesn’t look any different! So for a 5.5-inch smartphone, the perfect resolution would be around 1600 pixels! As a result, it makes total sense that most smartphones nowadays support full HD display. That is the perfect density for smartphones with 5.5 to 6.5-inch display.

Another type of resolution is 2k display, which is 2560X1440 pixels. This resolution, we think, is ideal for tablet or laptop screen! But in order to pack such feature, the device needs to come with strong CPU and of course, a great battery. You may wonder why a smartphone with a 4000mAh battery and above still drains out so fast. It could be the 2k display that consumes all the battery life (4k resolution can even kill the battery). So again, a full HD smartphone is enough for common users.

Not long after Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge became the best selling smartphone of 2016 does the very first Galaxy S8 Edge render start to leak over the internet. And it does look stunning

Samsung Galaxy S8 Edge render: a realistic, gorgeous design

Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge is definitely doing a great job this year with its sales performance. A recent report even proved that the phone is officially the best-selling model in the global market with 13.3 million units sold. To continue the success, a render of the next generation is being revealed, with the famous tagline “w8 for it”. Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Edge are expecting a debut in Spring 2017. And it promises stunning design

The S8 Edge design we are talking about is created by designer Omer Pala, and this upcoming generation offers certain enhancements compared to its predecessor. The focus point of this phone is its revolutionized speakers. If you take a look, there is a big speaker on the top of the phone, and smaller ones at the back, with the purpose of providing a brand new sounding experience for its future users. If you are a music or game lover, you probably shouldn’t miss out this beast.

Samsung Galaxy S8 Edge specs we know for now include a premium 16MP rear camera combined with 12MP selfie shooter. Talking about RAM, we are expecting a 6GB for this S8 Edge, since S7 Edge is already featuring the popular 4GB RAM. More than that, the phone will be powered by a 3,700 mAH battery.

Samsung Galaxy S8 Edge design: at its finest

Samsung Galaxy S8 Edge design as you are seeing is simply gorgeous with double edged rears, premium metal casing and high-quality protection glass, ideally Corning Gorilla Glass 5. Although it is not the finalized design by Samsung yet, and there would be changes along the way, it is realistic enough for us to imagine what the next flagship will be looking alike.

iPhone 7 is closer than ever! The latest reveal of iPhone 7 shows a dual-camera setup located on the back of the device. Today let’s discuss the pros and cons of iPhone 7 dual camera.

iPhone 7 dual camera: the disadvantages

First of all, a dual-camera setup doesn’t ensure better photography than a single-camera setup. For example, there have been many tests on the quality of photos taken by single-camera smartphones and dual-camera smartphones (Huawei P9 and LG G5 particularly). The result shows that the images captured by dual-lens devices are actually poorer than the images shot by some single-lens smartphones. And according to the latest source, iPhone 7 dual camera will be supplied by LG.

The second drawback about iPhone 7 dual camera is that you may have to stick with it for a very long time! Dual camera is a wonderful invention in the smartphone industry.  However, its seems that there are not many rooms for improvements in this technology. Meanwhile, the current single camera is getting better and better. Moreover, we all know that the update circle of iPhone has been prolonged from 2 to 3 years! If the dual-camera is featured in iPhone 7, we will have to wait for at least 3 years to welcome another technology in the next iPhone.

iPhone 7 dual camera: The advantages

Honestly speaking, iPhone’s cameras really need to be improved! The current camera technology is not actually bad. But compared to many other smartphones in the market, iPhone doesn’t change much. Apple seems to be lazy in improving the hardware of their products. So the iPhone 7 dual camera will be a big step. The dual camera is said to deliver better exposure level than the current one. Photos taken dual-lens are also reported to have better depth perception. The technology also allows users to shoot first and focus later!

Last but not least, the second rear-facing camera may come with non-photographic benefits. This camera can be very helpful in today’s virtual reality technology. We’re not sure if Apple will take advantage of that potential or not. But if they do, the new iPhone 7 will be a BOMB!

ASUS ZenFone 3, Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016), and OPPO F1 have been most people favorite smartphones recently since they sport decent hardware and affordable prices. However, which one is the best finally? Let’s find out the answer together.

ASUS ZenFone 3 VS Galaxy J7 VS OPPO F1: What to choose for USD 300

No doubt you guys can buy any of them without paying more than USD 300. Furthermore, they are beautiful and powerful compared to their prices, promising to satisfy you in performing almost all daily life’s tasks. However, we still need to point out some things that can help you choose the most suitable phone.

So, obviously ASUS ZenFone 3 is the newest device here and it belongs to the company’s flagship series. Therefore, it is equipped with many modern, advanced technologies such as 4GB RAM, great camera tech, USB Type-C port and fingerprint scanner that the others do not have. Moreover, Zen 3 is run by an octa-core 2.0GHz chip set which is definitely stronger than the J7 and F1’s and able to do heavier tasks for you. And about cameras, yes, they are surely excellent to produce gorgeous pics of everything. Though, it still has some points that are not the best.

Specifically, Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016) is the one that owns the biggest battery here, so it can last longer than the others for sure. Additionally, on the front surface, there is a LED flash enabling users to take selfies better in low-light conditions. Zen 3 and F1 do not boast this brilliant feature. And for those who love Rose Gold color, Samsung Galaxy J7 is your only choice. In case of wanting something really handy, we guess OPPO F1 will be a good friend of yours thanks to its 5.0-inch screen. Besides, it’s also got a fantastic secondary snapper.

ASUS ZenFone 3 VS Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016) VS OPPO F1: Price and availability

At the moment, those handsets are all available for sale and in general, ASUS ZenFone 3 seems the best here in terms of both specifications and cost. Nonetheless, it does not mean that the other machines are not good enough. They totally can be your workhorses. So, don’t hesitate to take one of them home if you prefer their designs or brands or anything. Okay, now share with us your opinions about them!

With powerful specs and gorgeous design, Galaxy S7 Edge was shipped 13.3 million units all over the world in the first half of 2016. And this makes this phone be the global best-selling Android phone.

Galaxy S7 Edge: the world’s best-selling Android phone

Strategy Analytics did a research about Global Android Smartphone Shipments by Top-Three Models in H1 2016. According to this company, Android smartphone shipments in the whole world increased 5% in the first half year of 2016. And the latest smartphone from Samsung- Galaxy S7 Edge occupied 2.3% in that sum. In H1 of 2016, this phone shipped about 13.3 million units. It’s is an amazing number, right? And this makes S7 Edge to be the best-selling Android phone in the world.

Galaxy S7 Edge is the gorgeous device with a dual-curved screen. Under the stunning look, you’ll find powerful Galaxy S7 Edge specs. The phone is powered by an octa-core Exynos 8890 processor and runs on Android Marshmallow. It packs a 4GB of RAM paired with a 64GB of storage. This flagship comes with a 5.5-inch 2K display and a 3600mAh battery life. For photography, you won’t be disappointed with the best camera phone. It sports a 5MP selfie shooter and a 12MP main cam.

Standing in the second position is another device from Samsung- Galaxy J2. About 13 million units of the handset were shipped worldwide. And again, Samsung dominates this chart.  With 11.8 million units, Galaxy S7 is now on the third place. It seems like this year is the successful year of the Korean giant. Three smartphones from this brand are the most popular global Android phones in H1, 2016.

2016 is the year of Samsung

Samsung is making a big time this year. The top three positions of “global best-selling Android phones” belongs to this company. And this success could probably continue. Especially when this smartphone maker has just launched its new flagship – Galaxy Note 7. This Note is predicted to dominate the market soon. However, Samsung could lose its winner title to the other brands like Huawei, Oppo and Vivo.

After Samsung Z1 success, Samsung is said to launch another generation Tizen OS phone: Samsung Z2. This phone will make its debut on August 11th, which is just 2 more days. It will also be accompanied by The Galaxy Note7 and Galaxy A9 Pro.

Samsung Z2 arrival: a success on the way

Even the specs list has not yet completed,  Samsung Z2 arrival is truly a reliable promise. It comes with AMOLED display. This technology will bring to the device the most realistic feelings. Plus, the 4,5-inch screen size will fit into your pocket so easily (just like playing Pokemon Go).  Besides, the equip also supports dual sims which double the convenience. You can use both of your normal sim and your 3G sim at the same time.

Since the Tizen OS doesn’t require so much space,  Samsung Z2 1GB RAM is enough for you to enjoy the available apps. Samsung Z2 has had its WiFi-Bluetooth certification and reads quad-core CPU.  Furthermore, it is included 4G VoLTE. All these features corroborate and make web browsing so much faster and more responsive. The Samsung Z2 battery is 2,000mAh, which is actually quite average.

As a Samsung user, I do think this phone is really suitable for those who love the simplicity. In the phone, we have all the basic and necessary apps for both life and work. For instances, the mobile is pre-installed with Whatsapp, player, facebook messenger, opera mini, Instagram,… as default apps.

Samsung Z2 arrival: price and availability.

There is one difference in this time. Samsung will not only launch at the familiar markets like Asia but also take a further step by launching this product to the African market. With these arming market, the Samsung Z2 price is rumoured to be very low (only around 67$). Since Samsung Z1 have been receiving so many positive feedbacks, it is easy to tell the Samsung Z2 arrival will be another obvious success.

Recently, Qualcomm is said to release its new SND 830. And now, it’s MediaTek’s turn. The Taiwanese company is about to release Mediatek Helio X30 with deca-core processor and 8GB RAM.

MediaTek Helio X30 with deca-core processor and 8GB RAM

MediaTek Helio and Qualcomm Snapdragon are the two popular chipsets in the smartphone market. Qualcomm SoC is now still higher appreciated. The company continues to upgrade and update their products. Recently, they have just released SND 821 chipset. This slight stronger version is 10% better than the SND 820. Not only that, the manufacturer is also reported to release the newest product – SND 830. And it will be the strongest SoC.

After a long time of being quiet, Mediatek company now raise their voices. And it’s like a response to the US company. The Taiwanese firm is manufacturing a new chipset- Helio X30. And this SoC is expected to be the most powerful chipsets in the market. After the powerful Helio X25, the next generation of the company is Mediatek Helio X30. The firm is gonna use 10nm manufacturing process for this new product.

Mediatek Helio X30 will come with a deca-core processor: two Cortex-A73 cores clocked at 2.8GHz, four Cortex-A53 cores clocked at 2.2GHz, and four 2.0GHz Cortex-A35 cores. The chipset will also support 8GB RAM and may come with an ARM Mali GPU. It will sport a quad-core PowerVR 7XT for graphics processing. Moreover, X30 will assist up to 16MP camera with 24fps video recording and an 8MP snapper with 120fps.

MediaTek Helio X30 release date

Well, with all the things that MediaTek Helio X30 can bring, this chipset is gonna be the toughest rival to Qualcomm SND 830. It is even said to beats Qualcomm product and be the first place on the chart. Who knows! So just wait and see if this SoC are really that powerful. MediaTek Helio X30 release date will be until next year.

Android is not the rival of IOS in security capabilities. Recently, there is a big bug appear on Android device, which makes the user worry. Let’s check it now!

Android bug from billion devices

From the Check Point Researchers-a security firm, smartphone users are facing to a huge problem. There is a bug called Dubbed QuadRoooter which affects to Android phones powered by Qualcomm chipsets. Recent statement reports there are over 900 million smartphones and tablets dropped in “QuadRooter” case.  Samsung Galaxy S7 flagship is not out of that. And even the most secure Android phone-BlackBerry DTEK50 got the same problem.

Through that vulnerabilities, hackers can control the phone or tablet easily and completely. As the result, they can access to your personal saving storage to steal personal information. It’s more dangerous when you have a very importance information and secret. To start the attack, the attacker tricks users into installing malware which will mess their phone later.

The problem was confirmed come from Qualcomm chipmaker. That is a bug found in software drivers which were supported on Android devices. So, it is hard to realise as well as to prevent it.

Android bug: The express from Qualcomm

When the Android bug was found, Qualcomm has received a lot of notifications from the user and “blue hat hacker”. The chipmaker announced that all the bugs were out and help customer escape their situation. To prevent that problem, Qualcomm advises users to update the recent Android security software from Google. Besides, update your system is also the effective solution, at least to reduce bugs. Especially, to help your solve that problem, Check Point has launched a free QuadRooter Scanner app on Google Play. This app can notice you there are these bugs on your smartphone or not. So, be careful but don’t worry!

Snapdragon chipsets are currently the best in the market. Today we’ll show you our list of best Snapdragon phones. The least powerful phone among them has already come with Snapdragon 801! Let’s check!

1. Lenovo Zuk Z1

The first device on this list of best Snapdragon phones is Lenovo Zuk Z1. This phone comes with a Snapdragon 801 chipset. Along with that is a quad-core 2.5GHz processor, very fast! Moreover, there is an ample 3GB RAM to help drive the system. As for the display, this phone comes with a 5.5-inch screen with full HD resolution and 401 ppi pixel density.

Other Lenovo Zuk Z1 specs are also worth considering. This Lenovo handset carries a 13MP camera on the rear and a 8MP selfie shooter on the front. Moreover, with a 4100mAh battery, this phone last for days without recharge. Lenovo Zuk Z1 even supports dual SIM and a fingerprint scanner! There is also 64GB of internal memory for storing purposes. Lenovo Zuk Z1 price is currently Rs 13499 (RM 200).

Each manufacturer has its own new flagship these days, so you may be confused about them, wonder how to choose the best one. This list of most powerful smartphones below may help to clear up your confusion.  

1. Huawei Honor Note 8

Coming first on the list of most powerful smartphones today is Huawei mobile, Honor Note 8. Huawei launched this phone to compete with Xiaomi Mi Max and Lenovo Phab 2 Pro, which means it is also a new phablet flagship with a massive 6.6-inch display with 2K resolution, which is so good for multimedia, productivity, and gaming. Moreover, Moreover, the handset uses a Super AMOLED capacity screen that flaunts a 70,000:1 contrast ratio. They are so good as for Huawei phone screen, and now it is time to look deeply inside the phone. Normally, Huawei applies its home-made chipsets to power its flagships, and this Honor Note 8 is not an exception with Kirin 955  chip is packed in tow.

Also lying on such platform is an octa-core CPU in a double of quad-core Cortex-A72 and quad-core Cortex-A53 and a Mali-T880 MP4 for graphics. Huawei Honor Note 8 specs not just stop there, there are 4GB of RAM to handle intense modern games such as Pokemon Go or whatever you throw at it. Alongside such RAM are three kinds of ROM: 32/64/128 GB, which are expandable up to 256GB. Huawei Honor Note 8 also brings a 13MP rear camera with a large F2.0 aperture while the front shooter is an 8MP unit. Because of the massive display, this Honor Note 8 took advantage to sport a sizable 4500 mAh battery but the handset is still thin with only 7.18mm thickness. Huawei Honor Note 8 price ranges at $345.