Author: Chris Eilers

In order to celebrate the 5th anniversary, Xiaomi introduced their 5 new products for the event. While people feel really excited with the news so far, now Xiaomi make a big bag when announcing that the company shipped over 100 million units in first three months of the year.

The announcement was made by the company’s CEO, Lei Jun, on the Xiaomi official Chinese blog. He also said that the next five years will be very important to Xiaomi. Because the competition in the next five years will be fierce due to the rapid growth of domestic and foreign competitors as well as the entry of new players in the technical industry.

Previously, Xiaomi said that they plan to sell about 100 million units in whole 2015. But now, Xiaomi have right to be proud that they not only don’t even surpass their initial expectation but also make a overwhelming surprise. In 2014, the company shipped almost 70 million units which means Xiaomi sold over 30 million units within the first three months of the current year to exceed its 100 million sales goal. They also emphasized that the sale report even be higher if not for capacity or availability issues.

Before, Xiomi attended to sell about 15 million Xiaomi Mi Note in 2015, but it highly looks like the result is extremely much better. The Xiaomi Mi Note and Mi Note Pro were only launched January this year but they paid too much attention and love from users. The phones of course pack top-of-the-line features and specifications partnered with very affordable price tags which is Xiaomi’s signature style, especially Xiaomi Mi Note Pro. Besides, Xiaomi also announced two special editions of the Mi Note to fit various demand, the Ladies Edition and Bamboo Edition, which features a pink design and a natural bamboo rear panel, respectively.

A few days ago, we got a video in which shown some first images of alleged Oppo R7. The phone seems to be the world’s first ‘bezel-less’ smartphone to date. Oppo is creating much success and good impression nowadays. Especially the huge success of the Oppo Find 7, it looks like we will have chance to get the new Oppo Find 9 soon. Now, the OPPO Find has finally leaked again in pictures, showing off its unique look.

Although the images are not really clear, we succeed in revealing some features of the upcoming device. Firstly from the leaked photo, we can find dual camera setup at the back and easily to be the highlight of the device. But this is not the first time we see a dual camera device thanks to the HTC One M8 and also Huawei Honor 6 Plus. So, its not surprising to see such a dual camera unit at the back of Find 9 too.

From the front of the phone, we can see a clean appearance, however, the bezel panel looks very thin. Therefore, the display will seemingly cover the remaining side of the device. Besides, we can see top and bottom bezels which are pretty thick. The phone, except for some outstanding aforementioned specs, seems to be a continuation of OPPO Find 7.

At the back, there is a big round button that makes we think that it’s a power button just like the LG G3. However, given its rather large size, we feel that it could be a fingerprint sensor too.

The information is now belonging to the rumors, no official words including an official launch date. However, from some earlier leaks, the phone probably equip with powerful Snapdragon 810 octa-core processor with 4GB RAM and a 5.5-inch 2K display.

So, what do you think about the alleged Oppo Find 9?

The own OS of OnePlus was revealed for a long time. While you felt it’s a little bit long time, now you don’t have to wait anymore to update the new version on their phone. Finally, OnePlus has released their Oxygen OS with Android Lollipop for all OnePlus One devices. OnePlus previously introduced the Android L launch for March, but now you can go Oneplus.net to install the new OS version. Now we will show you its Antutu Benchmarks (with Oxygen OS installed) and some first screenshots.

OnePlus launched their own OS recently. The new version, therein, come with a fully functionally and not a BETA. This is an initial version of their new OS and therefore, Oneplus pressed that they need the true feedback of the users as the most important part in order to make it better. They also create a feedback App so after installing the new version, you can directly give the feedback about their new OS.

As you know, after the serious suit between the company with Cyanogen Mod Inc, in which the OS maker decided to cooperate with MicroMax India instead of OnePlus with an exclusive contract. There are alot of conflicts, disagreements at the time had shaken the market for a time. While now the situation highly looks like to be better though, we have the strong feeling that many OnePlus lovers are pretty disappointed when Cyanogen Mod and OnePlus confirmed that they will not continue the Collaboration together.

From our first looks, it looks very barebone and flat, somehow similar to Cyanogen MOD and pretty close to the pure Android Stock Feeling. The previous nice relationship between OnePlus and Cyanogen is over, so now expect that Oxygen OS and Hydrogen OS will be the future for OnePlus Devices like the upcoming OnePlus Two.

We have some few screenshots of Oxygen OS from our OnePlus One

If you are excited about trying out the new OS based on Android Lollipop 5.0, we can find something necessary and some useful instruction on oneplus.net/OxygenOS. 

In the Samsung’s press conference a few days ago in China, there are about 1,000 attendees. But, according to The Paper, they said on a report that half of them were fake. The event was held to officially introduce the newest Galaxy S6 as well as S6 Edge to Chinese’s smartphone lovers – the targeted market of many brands and now the biggest market in the world.

Therefore, the source said that people, under 30 years old, dressing like like, students or SamsunGlaxy fans were paid $4.80 (PHP 2127) for at least an hour to stay at the conference. The recruiters were also paid $3.20 (PHP 141) for each person they recruited.

Those people, after that, had to report that they admired the company and they are really curious about the new device of the company or how much they love the company as well, etc. Some of them were required to take pictures, post to social media with the name of the phone, WeChat app for an example and also like the Samsung Galaxy fanpage. Another interesting thing, half of the pictures of the luxirious Samsung Galaxy S6 or S6 Edge were taken by the Apple iPhone. What do you think about it?

Samsung had been experienced not a good year in 2014, in case you dont know. The company was the largest company for many years but lost its share in global recently, especially in China, where Apple took over 27.6% market share. Therein, the Apple iPhone 6 itself took 10.2%. In China, the iPhone 6 is now the most popular device, followed by Xiaomi Redmi and iPhone 6 Plus. It seems that Samsung are trying to get fans back. They tried much on creating impressive, unique Samsung Galaxy S6 or S6 Edge with many upgrades, advancements and improvements. Besides, they also emphasized doing marketing in order to improve the Samsung brand.

So, what do you think about the action of Samsung. Do you think they’re right?

We talked you about the premium version 4GB Asus Zenfone 2 for PHP 13,990 and even cheaper some time (if they have promotion).

Now we have another good news for you. Finally, the local online store – Widget City (many of you probably know it already) will sell the 2GB Asus Zenfone 2 for a super attractive price of only PHP 9,490.

The device packs 5.5″ HD IPS LCD display along with a pixel desity of 267 ppi. Under the hood, the Zenfone 2-ZE550ML will be powered by Intel Atom Z3560 clocked at 1.8Ghz, and 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal memory which can be expandable up to 64 GB via microSD. The phone has a battery capacity of sufficient 3,000 mAh and is protected by Very sharp Gorilla Glass. For the photography, Asus don’t make the users disappointed by a nice couple of f2.0 13MP cam at the back with dual LED flash and 5MP shooter in front. The quality of Asus photos are pretty good in some our samples. 

The phone will be suported by dual SIM and available in three different colors: Black, Red and White.

According to the website’s listings, the 2GB 5.5HD Asus Zenfone will be priced at only PHP 9,490. If you’re eager to get the charming Zenfone 2, preorder cutoff for the first batch is expected to due April 7th (only 2 days for your pre-order) as the online site will only be initially shipping a hundred units. Item will arrive early next week.

Do you want to be one of 100 first people who will get this good deal. Let hurry up!!!

Meizu with their newest flagship Meizu MX4 Pro is now available in Phi. The company is now closely chasing Xiaomi smartphone brand and be the one of the strongest rival of new – but – famous Xiaomi company. Meizu have been investing much not only in creating high-quality devices but also other initial accessories. Recently, we heard that Meizu are ready to launch an affordable powerbank on their own.

From some early leaked images, the new Meizu powerbank actually takes much inspiration from Xiaomi’s design and outstanding specs as well. The powerbank is a rounded rectangle and from the printed information we can know it has a capacity of 10,000mAh.

The image also indicates a set of LED lights which should show the amount of charge in the battery pack and a USB plugs for charging and devices and recharging the pack.

This is not the first time we hear about a bankpower device at the range. We can see OnePlus One with their 10,000 mAh, Asus with Zenpower Bank of 9,600 mAh or a new rumored ZTE one, rumored Mlais are about the the same, etc. The addition of a powerful battery alongside with a high-quality flagship smartphone is a necessary thing in order to complete and to take a better experience for users.

Source: MyDrivers

Upcoming LG G4 will come at the end of the month, on April 28th with QHD LCD display along with much improvements than its siblings.

The phone still remains unchanged 5.5″ IPS LCD Quad HD display with a resolution of 2560 x 1440 pixels combined with a density of 538 ppi. However, according to LG, apart from the similar display, the successor of LG G3 is a “quantum jump in terms of key features, including color gamut, brightness, contrast ratio, touch function, power consumption and thinness.”

More specially, the new one will add some advantages thanks to three important features: high color gamut LED, dvanced In-Cell Touch (AIT) as well as photo-alignment.

The first feature makes LG G4 features a huge plus than other LG devices is high color gamut. It will help its display reports 120% of the sRGB gamut, which in layman’s term meaningly able to render more color options in comparison with other handsets. Red and green hues in particular will be more true to life, boasts LG Display.

The next is advanced In-Cell Touch which is claimed as LG’s evolution of the conventional in-cell touch technology. While LG didn’t exactly say anything about its “advanced,” though, however, the company said the Advanced In-Cell Touch will specially make the phone slimmer in design and great responsiveness.

Lastly, photo-alignment tell that LG is utilizing UV rays for a better align the liquid crystals making up the display, which avoids light leakage and improves contrast ratios.

Another advancement of next LG G4 compared to other QHD LCD handset is that the phone will report 50 percent higher contrast ratios and 30 percent higher brightness but the power consumption still remains.

Additionally, while LG didn’t press the exact LG G4 in their press release, but with the phrase “LG’s forthcoming flagship smartphone to be unveiled at the end of the month.”, we’re pretty sure that the phone is the highlight of the event.

Tell us which features do you want to be shipped in the phone?

We will see the HTC One M9+ on April 8th probably alongside with some other HTC devices (HTC One M8s and HTC One E9). Recently, logically, we heard about the newest teasers in which focus on the home button as well as new design.

Recently, from @upleaks, we saw some new renders of the HTC One M9+ well. The phone comes with a beautiful look, looks similar to the HTC One M9. The most highlights part were, as expected, that the phone reports a physical home button, perhaps even with a fingerprint reader.

Now we’ll have a quick look of the phone. The outside of the device that looks pretty similar to the One M9, except for two quite remarkable differences. The first thing is the aforementioned button which is definitely different than other HTC One series in the portfolio. Another obvious huge change is the circle primary camera on the back (HTC One M9 features a square main shooter).

The renders seem to show both a dual-tone silver version of the mystery device, as well as an all-gold one. Both devices show a China Mobile Logo which was printed on the back, highly seems that this is where the leaked photos originally come from. The leaked photo also appear with two color options: Silver and Gold.

The HTC One M9 Plus is possibly shipped with two different chipsets – a MediaTek MT6795 model for Asian markets, while a Snapdragon 810 version will be sold for the rest of the world. Another specs are 5.2” QHD display, 3GB of RAM, and 32GB expandable internal storage, 20.7-megapixel primary camera.

What do you think about the phone?

https://twitter.com/upleaks/status/583629325708103682

Source: upleaks

When we thought that the 4GB Asus Zenfone 2 could arrive someday in May. It seems that we don’t have to wait for a longer time cuz the amazing Asus Zenfone 2 is now available in store.

While we can get the 2GB Zenfone 2 about 1 week ago, I guess that many of us are still waiting for the premium 4GB model. The phone therefore hits the shelves with a price of PHP 12,999. Use Voucher FUN1000 for PHP1,000 off.

I know that many people seem to memorize the specs of the phone well. But I think it’s a good idea to repeat once again about the attractive Asus Zenfone 2 to help you understand why the phone is too hot and why so many people are getting crazy about the device.

The Asus Zenfone 2 reportedly packs 5.5″ FHD display, a density of 403ppi and the world’s 4GB of RAM along with 64 Bit Quadcore Intel Atom Z3580 power clocked at 2.3 GHz (which is equivalent to the Snapdragon 800).

For the photography, the phone reports 13 MP main camera with f/2.0 and 5MP Selfie shooter. All of its cameras are patented by Asus’s PixelMaster Technology. We gave you some samples of the device and even have comparison between its camera quality with the luxurious Samsung Galaxy S6 and the result is so good.

For battery capacity, the phone will powered by 3000mAH and more interesting it will be charged to be 60% full in only 39 minutes. While battery capacity is a weekness of Asus in general but it highly looks like Asus has been tried to improve it in the handset.

The Zenfone 2 will be available in five colors: Osmium Black, Sheer Gold, Glacier Gray, Glamor Red and Ceramic White. But we probably see the White options firstly.

The Asus Zenfone 2 also reports an Antutu Benchmark score of over 50,000 points and is proud to get the prestigious IF Design Award for 2015. Asus created many impressive accessories in order to give users the best experience ever.

In addition to, we also heard the rumor that Asus may upgrade our Asus Zenfone 2 a fingerprint sensor.

In case you find difficulty to pick the phone, our quick guide may be a little bit helpful for you.

In conclusion: I personally think a price tag of PHP 12,999 is pretty a good deal for you. And if you get the phone, pls kindly give us your feedback. Let hurry because the phone may be out of stock in a short time.

Asus Zenfone 2 Samples

Asus Zenfone 2 hands-on

In order to celebrate their upcoming anniversary, Xiaomi has just launched their entry-level Xiaomi Redmi 2A. The Redmi 2A, as we can easily understand, from its name, it is a new upgraded version of Xiaomi Redmi 2. Considering from these devices, no many differences in terms of specifications and features. So, how to disguish them?

Redmi 2 and the Redmi 2A have the dimensions, and are slightly chunky at 9.4mm. As for the weight, the latter is a shade lighter than the former.

Size

Redmi 2 and Remi 2A are shipped with the same size (134×67.2×9.4mm) and theirs solid outlook. Although the upgraded version (133 gr) is 1g lighter than the original (132) but i guess that it’s unworthy to notice.

For the size, users find pretty easy to hold on one hand so the phones are absolutely suitable for anyone, even those with small hand.

Display

Both of them comes with the same 4.7″ 720 HD display pair with the same 312 ppi density which is acceptable display in most mid-end handset at the time.

Storage

There is now way to discriminate them due to the same internal storage. The phones actually boast 8GB storage on-board which can be expandable up to 32 GB via microSD Card.

Photography

Another part that remain unchanged in both devices is the camera. Technical parameter shows that Redmi 2 and Redmi 2A have an 8MP main camera along with LED flash pair with a 2MP front -facing snapper. Compared to other devices in the same class, the Redmi 2 and also 2A still stand out with a higher quality of photos.

Xiaomi Redmi 2 Samples

Xiaomi Redmi 2A Samples

Battery and Software

In order to make everything inside run smoothly, Xiaomi gave both smartphones a sufficient battery of 2,200 mAh. It’s not really powerful and ensures longlasting day consumption but at least, it’s enough when packing with 4.7″ HD display.

Moreover, logically both of them run on the Andoid KitKat based MIUI 6.

Processor and RAM

We can luckily see the clear differences when looking at their processor and RAM. Where the Redmi 2 is powered by a 1.2GHz Snapdragon 410 quad-core 64-bit processor, the Redmi 2A is shipped with a 1.5GHz Leadcore L1860C quad-core chipset.

The Snapdragon processor is paired with Mali T628 GPU and 1GB RAM, while the Leadcore processor combine with an Adreno 306 GPU and 1GB RAM.

From Benchmark score, the latter shows a higher points than its former. Therefore, the Redmi 2 scores at more than 20,000 points while the Redmi 2A is more than 23,000.

Price

The release price of Xiaomi Redmi 2 was 699 Yuan (or PHP 5,080) while the Redmi 2A cost you only 599 Yuan (or PHP 4353).

In conclusion

In totally, both devices share the same display, size, internal storage, same photography feature, battery, software except for a higher Benchmark sore and lower price of Xiaomi Redmi 2A.

So, which phone will you pick?

We wrote much about the international smartphone brand. Now, come back to our proud – local brand – My Phone. After so much attention and also many teasing on their offical Facebook fanpage, finally Myphone plans to launch Rio 2 and Rio Lite as the next generation of their successful smartphone – the Myphone Rio. The phones have many improvements and upgrades compared to its predecessor. The outstanding feature of the phone is both of them run Android 5.0 Lollipop out of the box. These devices are the first handsets equiped with the latest Android OS except for Android One. Besides, the Rio 2 is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3 which will help preventing your device from scratches.

For the price, the Myphone Rio 2 and Rio Lite also cost you an attractive price of PHP 5,499 and PHP 4,599, in respectively. Bravo Myphone!!!

Here we will give you the specific detail of these phones. Let have a look and let me know what your opinions are?

MyPhone Rio 2

• 1.3GHz Quad Core Mediatek MT6582 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 8GB internal storage expandable via MicroSD up to 32GB
• 5-inch HD IPS LCD display (1280 x 720 pixels)
• Corning Gorilla Glass 3
• 8 megapixel rear facing Sony camera with autofocus, Blue Glass filter and LED flash
• 5 megapixel front facing camera
• Dual SIM, Dual Standby
• HSPA+, WiFi, WiFi hotspot, Bluetooth
• GPS, A-GPS
• 2,800 mAh battery
• Android 5.0 Lollipop

MyPhone Rio 2 Lite

• 1.3GHz Quad Core Mediatek MT6582M processor
• 1GB RAM
• 8GB internal storage expandable via MicroSD up to 32GB
• 4.7-inch WVGA IPS LCD display (800 x 480 pixels)
• 8 megapixel rear facing Samsung camera with autofocus, Blue Glass filter and LED flash
• 2 megapixel front facing camera
• Dual SIM, Dual Standby
• HSPA+, WiFi, WiFi hotspot, Bluetooth, USB OTG
• GPS, A-GPS
• 2,120 mAh battery
• Android 5.0 Lollipop

HTC One M9+ although wasn’t released on March 1st at Mobile World Congress (MWC) event in Barcerlona along with HTC One M9 but there are a tons of rumors about the device that was leaking like crazy even before the event. Since the HTC One M9 is not really a huge surprise as HTC representative said before, people therefore put high expectation on the next successor of HTC One M9 at all.

But it seems that we don’t have to wait the phone for long thanks to some new teasers from HTC. From that, HTC has scheduled an event in Beijing on April 8th where the device will come to the light.

while we heard firstly about the device about a month ago with some leaked photos, now we get three teasers photos from HTC  fundamentally confirming the looks of the device. In which, each of the photo focus on a part of the device. The first one shows us its home button, the second and the third put its UI and its power/lock button and the metallic champagne-colored trim on focus, in respectively. But the common between them is the launch date of April 8th.

From other previous leaks, the HTC One M9+ will pack a 5.2-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) display, 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal memory. Besides, the phone could be shipped with MediaTek’s MT6795T octa-core processor (EMEA – Europe, Middle East, and Africa market) along with a PowerVR Rogue G6200 GPU for graphics. The phone also reports a pretty high-camera quality with a 20.7-megapixel primary camera and possibly 4-megapixel UltraPixel front-facing camera, though that’s not confirmed. As the HTC One M9, HTC Android 5.0 Lollipop will come pre-installed on the One M9+ with HTC’s Sense 7 UI on top of Google’s OS. The home button image below will quite probably revealed as a fingerprint scanner in the device.

Source: MyDrivers