Author: Chris Eilers

In 2016, besides the flagship HTC 10, we also expect more interesting smartphones from HTC, perhaps including the following HTC Nexus. Check out what information related to this handset we’ve got so far!

HTC Nexus will come with 3D Touch tech, BoomSound and…

Last year, LG and Huawei were responsible for producing Google Nexus smartphones and in fact, they were not very successful as we expected. However, it does not stop us from anticipating a new Nexus model this year. According to some recent sources, it will be made by HTC, and we guess the company will feel stressed a bit when designing as well as building the machine’s hardware in order to make it stand out. Maybe a metallic, minimalistic, premium design like the one we’re looking at is already perfect. Do you agree?

Spec-wise, although no words have been made for HTC Nexus 2016 specs yet, it is said that there can be 3D Touch technology, BoomSound speakers, and virtual reality feature on board to bring users great experience in hearing and seeing. Besides, specifications such as 4GB RAM, 2K display, 4,000mAh battery, Android 6.0.2 Marshmallow OS, and a 20MP rear/8MP front camera combo should also be included in the device.

While HTC is still very busy with their upcoming flagship HTC 10, this piece of news has come and attracted consumers on general and those who love Nexus or HTC in particular. It seems like 2016 can be a good year for the firm since at the moment, we are paying attention to the HTC 10 and after that we will be looking forward to the HTC Nexus.

HTC Nexus Price and availability

HTC 10 launch is going to happen in April, so of course the maker has to focus on it first. As a result, if the HTC Nexus turns out to be true, it can be announced in the Q3 of 2016 and available for sale some weeks later. As for HTC Nexus price, it is predicted to cost around $400, yet do you think that’s a reasonable number? Share with us your opinions!

Recently, Lenovo has officially unveiled a new smartphone coded as Lenovo A6020 Plus, aiming at those who love relaxing and having fun with their handsets… 

Lenovo A6020 Plus comes with a 5.0-inch Full HD screen, Dolby Atmos tech and…

Lenovo A6020 Plus or also known as Lenovo Vibe K5 Plus was just released with some particular features to meet consumers’ demands of listening to music and entertainment, especially young people. Design-wise, it looks very handy and pretty in an all-aluminum back and four rounded corners. Besides the appearance, this mid-ranger also have decent hardware to bring you great experience in seeing and hearing.

Speaking more specifically, Lenovo A6020 Plus specs own a 5.0-inch Full HD display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 616 octa-core processor, 2 GB of RAM, and 16 GB of internal storage (expandable via a microSD card slot). Under the hood, Android 5.1 Lollipop OS, a 13 MP rear camera with autofocus plus LED flash, a 5 MP front-facing snapper, and a removable Li-Ion 2,750 mAh battery are on board to help run the whole machine.

Apart from those good specifications, the Lenovo A6020 Plus boasts a quality dual speaker and Dolby Atmos technology to make it sound better. And furthermore, the phone even supports Lenovo virtual reality. In general, there’s nothing to complain about the strength of this Lenovo model, but let’s see if its price tag is wonderful as well.

Lenovo A6020 Plus price and availability

In terms of Lenovo Vibe K5 Plus price, it is said to cost $149 when the device goes on sale in March 2016. Well, that is super affordable, right?! Now, it is your turn to tell us your feelings and opinions about this budget phone by commenting in the following box!

The first smartphones in the world with 6GB RAM has been launched recently. Yet there are more beasts featuring the same powerful 6GB RAM which are soon released! Check out our List of Top 5 smartphones with amazing 6GB RAM!

1. Vivo Xplay 5 Elite Design

Vivo Xplay 5 Elite was launched in China in early March, and became the official first smartphone to feature a whooping memory of 6GB RAM. This title surely brought the company huge advantages and great attention from users around the world. Vivo Xplay 5 Elite was launched with another sibling, the Vivo Xplay, which is also a flagship with 4GB RAM.

In terms of Vivo Xplay 5 Elite specs, we have a 5.43 inch display, 128GB ROM, Snapdragon 820 chip set and a dual SIM. Talking about camera, we have 16MP onthe rear and a decent 8MP on the front. Under the hood, there is a 3,600 mAH battery to power the whole device. And the smartphone surely has a premium design too.Top 5 smartphones with amazing 6GB RAM

While Android 6.0 Marshmallow is still being updated on lotsa smartphones, Google has released a preview version of Android N lately, which surprised people a lot.

Android N: Another “delicious” dessert for you!

Recently, Google let people see their first Developer Preview of the upcoming Android N operating system. And yes, it comes with a letter before being officially launched as usual, and we bet it is also a kind of dessert and the final name will be out in the next months. But, what’s your opinion? Nutella or… Okay, maybe later!

Talking about one important new thing on Android N OS, it is said to be the addition of a multi-window mode, or like what some others call it: “split-screen multitasking”. Speaking specifically, developers will incorporate the mode into their apps by using a “manifest attribute” and it will turn out to be what you see in the pictures. Tablets, smartphones and even televisions will all be able to get this feature, especially TVs can sport a “picture-in-picture mode”.

Besides, there are also some other interesting things about the Android N you need to know. Say, the upcoming OS will allow you to reply to incoming requests directly from the notification. Moreover, developers will be able to group notifications of the same app together and each of them can be expanded into individual ones by pressing an expansion button or using a two-finger gesture. And you should note that Doze Mode in Android N will be improved as well to make the device’s standby battery life better.

How to download Android N?

The last question is how to download Android N. Google did publicly post factory images for the Android N Developer Preview. And please keep in mind that they are only available for products like Nexus 6, Nexus 5X, Nexus 6P, Nexus 9,Nexus Player, plus Pixel C for now, and for developers to “fiddle with”, not for daily use. At the moment, there is a special page where you can sign up for the new Android Beta Program. Hopefully we will see a full version of the new Android OS soon.

(Source: gsmarena)

ZUK Z1, a smartphone under a sub-branding company of Lenovo, is that one decent device for a very very budget price tag. After a long time being quiet, ZUK Z1 is now on sale again with a new design and…

Lenovo ZUK Z1 – sandalwood edition

Our reports in China has confirmed that, ZUK is offering some very nice saving for their first generation of smartphone, the ZUK Z1. The phone comes with a favorable (low) price and a new design. ZUK Z1 was initially launched in late 2015 with only 2 color options: White and Grey. This time, the company rolled out a limited edition with Sandalwood back cover of the phone in China. This version has a wood grain rear panel with a black face.

Together with a new design, ZUK Z1 2016 will have some updates to fit your interest too. The Sandalwood version is re-installed with Android 6.0.1 OS, which is matched with an enhanced version of ZUK’s ZUI system. Other ZUK Z1 specs remain the same as we know before. It means you will have a 5.5 inch display, 3GB RAM, 64GB internal storage and a huge 4,100 mAH battery. ZUK Z1 also packs a 8MP pixel front camera with a 13MP shooter on the back.

ZUK Z1 is an excellent representative for what Lenovo wants to be known about: a huge battery, favorable specs, decent design for a competitive price tag. ZUK Z1 smartphone is back on sale in China for only 1599 Yuan, which is around PHP 11,5K and Rs 16,5K equivalently. And you get up to 64GB for internal storage.

Lenovo ZUK Z1 – super affordable for a new design

With a new, limited design, a fast update to the latest Android OS, still the same package of good specs, still an attractive price tag, do you think ZUK Z1 will be selling well in the market this year? And we personally hope that Lenovo will also launch this mobile to other Asian and international markets in the near future.

Dual SIM smartphones are not something rare today anymore. However, finding a budget one is not very easy, rite? So, here you are! Check out the following handsets equipped with dual SIMs and priced no more than $205!

1. LG K4 and LG K7 Design

LG K4 specs include a very handy 4.5-inch IPS LCD screen with 480 x 854 pixels, a Mediatek MT6735M quad-core 1.0 GHz chip, a dual SIM, Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS, 1GB RAM, 8GB ROM (expandable up to 32GB) to be basic. Besides, LG K4 camera will be 5MP on the back and 2MP on the front, with flashes for both. Last but not least, the handset is powered by a 1,940mAh battery. To purchase an LG K4, you would have to pay around $130.

As for LG K7, it’s a bit bigger with a 5.0-inch 480 x 854 pixel display, powered by a Mediatek MT6580M (for 3G model) or a Snapdragon 210 chip (for LTE model) and 8GB ROM + 1GB RAM (3G) or 8/16GB ROM + 1.5GB RAM (LTE). Other LG K7 specs are Android 5.1 (Lollipop OS, a dual SIM, a 5MP/5MP shooter combo, and a rremovable 2,125mAh battery. LG K7 price is around $145.

Recently, more and more smartphones are launched with dual cameras, either main or front ones. But have you know about the advantages and disadvantages of having a doubled camera? Here are 5 advantages and disadvantages

1. Selection on your picture focus (+)

The first advantage we can list out for having a dual camera on your smartphone is that, you will have better focus for your pictures. While the first camera do its normal job, the second shooter takes a second layer of the pictures, aka an extra focus for your shot. As a result, you can make a selection on your picture, of either to focus on the background, or the front object. This is quite and interesting feature for those who love photography and experimenting with your device.

2. Better depth perception (+)

Another benefit you can enjoy when buying a smartphone with dual camera is that, it increases the depth perception of your pictures. This mean, the taken shots will appear deeper, more like with 3D effect with a wider and longer angle. One thing many users have with a normal smartphone camera is that, the shots are somehow blurry and plain, which will be sold by adding an extra camera, either on the back or the front of your mobile.

3. Better image quality under low light (+)

Low light conditions and how the image quality turns out to be is one of the most important factors can be used to judge whether a smartphone camera is better than other. And if your phone has dual camera, you have an extra “eye” to catch light, especially under dark conditions. This benefit sounds kind of tempting to many users, especially when they love to take photos anywhere they go, to keep their memories alive.

4. Taking up a lot of space (-)

When the size of your smartphone remains the same, and you want to have a space for an extra camera, you either have sacrifice other parts, or have a thicker device in general, which both turn out as a disadvantage for having a dual camera. Many people argue that, instead of installing a second shooter,  the same space could be used to have a better hardware or bigger battery, which is more practical and necessary for them.

5. High expense (-)

It’s very simple. In order to have an extra lens, you have to pay some extra money. And when it comes to camera, we all know it won’t be a small amount. If a smartphone has dual cameras, but both of the lens are of crappy quality, then it would even be worse than buying a singular camera with decent resolution. And if a smartphone offer both high-class camera, the cost gonna increase considerably. Interesting as it may sound, pricing is still one of the strongest factors that affect the customers’ decision of whether to buy a device or not.

Earlier rumors had suggested that Apple is preparing to launch a new 4.7 inch iPhone in the near future. Today, we hear that, the company is working on another model, which has a bigger screen of up to 5.8 inch …

New iPhone model: 5.8 inch and OLED display

According to Digitimes, Apple is planning on producing a bigger model of iPhone, which will feature a 5.8 inch OLED display. Ever since we heard that Apple had the intention to adapt OLED screen for their smartphone, the internet has been guessing when it will be ready to launch. If it’s true to what we are guessing, we will soon see this new option on iPhone soon. The time could be right now or any time in the near future.

Also in the same article, Digitimes mentioned that, the 5.8 inch iPhone could be named iPhone Pro. No further word about the iPhone Pro specs, or its design has been unveiled. However, from what we know about Apple, it won’t be too much to say iPhone Pro will have an awesome design with premium rears and a classy look. However, looks like we will not see iPhone Pro with 5.8 inch display any time sooner than 2017.

For the time being, Apple is believed to debut their rumored 4.7 inch handset, the iPhone SE, on March 21st. Apple iPhone SE will run over A9 chipset. The chip was ranked 2nd in the list of top 10 smartphone processors, by Antutu several days earlier, and only behind Snapdragon 820 by Qualcomm.

5.8 inch iPhone: continuing Apple’s good name

Apple iPhone, despite all the controversies, is still one of the most popular and best selling smartphones in our market today. With a brand new display size of up to 5.8 inch, this iPhone 7 Pro is expected to catch huge attention from users around the world when it is launched, allegedly in 2017.

During the past few days, there have been a lot of new and popular smartphones 2016 launched and able to attract user. However, to know which popular smartphones 2016 are being discussed most these days, check out the following list!

1) Samsung Galaxy S7

At the first place, it is the new Samsung’s flagship – Galaxy S7. It was introduced at MWC 2016 and quickly drew a lot of people’s attention thanks to a premium, gorgeous design and powerful hardware. Therefore, we’re not surprised at all when it is the one being searched most on the internet now.

In terms of Samsung Galaxy S7 specs, it sports a 5.1-inch Super AMOLED 2K display, a 3,000mAh battery, TouchWiz UI based on Android 6.0, a Snapdragon 820/Exynos 8890 chip, 32/64GB of internal storage (expandable up to 200GB), and 4GB RAM. As for photography, there are a 12MP primary and a 5MP selfie camera on board to help take pictures.

Now, you can almost know everything about Huawei P9. Check out what we have had so far in terms of design, specifications, and release date…

Huawei P9: All you need to know

Design-wise, some leaked images of Huawei P9 have been seen on the internet these days, showing a handset equipped with a metal frame, rounded corners, very slim display bezels and no physical home button. Actually, it looks pretty similar to Huawei P8, its predecessor, from the front. So, we really hope to see a more interesting and impressive back panel of the P9. That’s about the appearance. How about its hardware?

Since Huawei is getting more and more fame now, plus the P9 is the company’s first flagship of 2016, we bet Huawei P9 specs will contain many top features for smartphones. So far, what we’ve known is that it will sport a dual rear camera setup consisting of a pair of 12MP sensors and Leica lenses, a fingerprint scanner placed on the back, and USB-C. According to other reliable sources, the device will also pack a 5.2-inch Full HD display, a Kirin 950 chip, a 3,900mAh battery, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of ROM, and Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OS.

That is the original Huawei P9. Besides, another premium model has also been mentioned. We do not know what Huawei will call it, yet in case of coming true, this advanced version is very likely to boast a 6.2-inch 2K screen, 4GB RAM, a Kirin 955 chip, a 4,000mAh cell, and a 20MP/8MP snapper combo. What do you think?

Huawei P9 price and availability

Unfortunately, Huawei P9 launch will not happen this month as what was claimed before. Though, don’t worry. It’s gonna be next month because the firm has already sent out a note reading “save the date”, promising to “Change the way you see the world” on April 6, 2016. As for Huawei P9 price, it can cost around $400. Well, we can’t wait to see Huawei P9. And you?

We’ve been welcoming many smartphones from various brands but not including ASUS. We wonder what they are up to. Though, let’s check what the best ASUS handsets are!

1. ASUS Live: First budget ASUS phone of 2016

Spec-wise, ASUS Live sports a 5.0-inch HD display, a MediaTek MT6580 1.3GHz quad-core chip, 2GB RAM and 16GB ROM (expandable up to 64GB). In addition to ASUS Live specs, there are Android 5.1 Lollipop OS, a combo of 8MP rear/2MP front camera, a dual SIM and a 2,070mAh battery on board to help run the whole device. Generally, this is a decent mid-ranger, but hopefully it will have some more advanced variants in the future.

Today, we’ll bring you 5 battery smartphones coming with huge batteries: 5,000 mAh and above. You will not have to worry about running out of energy just after one or two days. Furthermore, some of them can even act as power banks to charge other devices. How coo it is!

1. Oukitel K6000 Pro: 6,000mAh

This is one of the new variants of Oukitel K6000 in 2016. According to the company, Oukitel K6000 Pro specs will include Android 6.0 Marshmallow OS, an octa-core MediaTek MT6753 chipset, a dual SIM, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of ROM, and a 5.5-inch Full HD display. Well, this seems an absolutely excellent phablet once it gets launched. As for camera, the main one is capable of 13 megapixels while the front-facing snapper is 5 megapixels. And of course, we cannot forget its selling points: 6,000mAh battery for 10 days of “power saving” use, 40 days standby and 46 hours standby.