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5 Things You Should Know About Upcoming Nokia TV

Nokia recently released a teaser about its latest device. It is expected to be released on the 5th of December 2019. While Nokia has not said a word so far, Flipkart has confirmed that the new product by Nokia is a TV. Flipkart even shared a picture to give us a peek into how the Nokia TV would look. With the TV about to be released, let’s take a look at its highlights and features. The TV is expected to be unveiled at an event in New Delhi. Flipkart is the official brand licensee for Nokia and is expected to handle all the sales for Nokia branded Smart TVs.

Design

Nokia TV is designed and manufactured using the best hardware available for its display. There are plenty of rumours going around about the same. According to speculations, it is believed that the the TV will come with a 55-inch 4K panel, offering the best experience ever. The TV is designed to be ultra-slim and might look similar to Xiaomi’s 55 inches model.

Nokia Smart TV

Dolby Audio Sound Quality

One of the major drawbacks in the televisions today is that downgraded sound quality. Even the higher models come with only decent quality audio. However, the TV will have incredible audio enhancements like Dolby Audio support. Besides this, you will also be able to enjoy a surround and theatre-like sound experience thanks to DTS TruSurround Sound support.

JBL Acoustics

While Nokia has not mentioned that the TV would come with JBL Audio, the picture shared by Flipkart tells us that it will indeed be the case. Flipkart later confirmed the speculation that the it will be powered by the JBL audio. Since this is the first time JBL will be seen in the TV audio sector, many are excited to see how things will turn out.

Specifications of Nokia TV

While there has been nothing regarding specifications about the smart TV, we know that it will come with Android TV OS. With Nokia being a smartphone brand, we can be sure that they will use a good enough processor with the required RAM to make sure that the Nokia TV runs smoothly. The rumours also suggest that the TV might come with a separate JBL soundbar.

Nokia Smart TV with JBL Sound

Price

So far, there has not been any mention of price, from either Flipkart nor Nokia. However, looking at Nokia’s pricing trends, it doesn’t look like the TV will fall in the affordable range. It could be priced somewhere along with the range of the OnePlus TV. Despite this, it should be worth it since Nokia is known for its build quality and features.

Verdict – Nokia TV

While it may have come as a surprise that Nokia is releasing a smart TV, it is not really very shocking. Especially since other smartphone companies like OnePlus and Huawei have already dipped their toes in this sector. According to Flipkart, the date of release is not all that far away. So, we can expect the see the Nokia TV release any day now.

December 16, 2019
Samsung Galaxy S11 Family Said to Offer 3 Display Sizes, 5 Different Variants

Samsung Galaxy S11 family is expected to be launched in three different screen size options in five different variants. This new range of devices come after the Samsung Galaxy S10 lineup. The S10 range of devices was released earlier in the year in four variants – the Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10e, and Galaxy S10 5G. The latest series has only one variant with 5G support.

However, the company is geared up to release the Galaxy S11 models with both 5G and 4G LTE support. The largest of the three display sizes is rumoured to be 6.9 inches. The smallest one could be launched under the name Galaxy S11e, which will basically act as Galaxy S10e’s successor. This phone’s screen is expected to be either 6.2-inch or 6.4-inch. The regular Galaxy S11 will come with a 6.7-inch screen size while the Galaxy S11+ model will have the largest 6.9-inch display.

The Different Variants – Samsung Galaxy S11 Family

There are also rumours going around that mention that all the five variants would feature curved-edge displays. In other words, it would be totally different to the Galaxy S10e that came with a flat panel. Regarding connectivity, the device should be offered in both 5G and LTE variants for the smaller S11 models. The larger one would only be released with 5G support. Blass’ tweet tells us that these devices might be launched sometime in mid to late February. The timing is nothing new for Samsung with most of its smartphones launching at the same time of the year. The launch event might take place in San Francisco, California.

There are also rumours making rounds that the Galaxy S11 might feature Samsung’s latest 108-megapixel ISOCELL HMX sensor. If true, it would offer the users better camera features like Optical Image Stabilisation and 5x optical zoom. Some reports mention that the company might be planning to use the 108-megapixel sensor’s second-generation version. The company is not planning on offering only 5G support for its latest line, possibly so as to keep up with the demand for its current 4G-only models as well. The S11 phone will have a tall 20:9 aspect ratio. However, it is not known for certain if the punch-hole camera seen in S10 phones will continue here.

Samsung Galaxy S11

Samsung Galaxy S11 is in the works and is referred to with codename “Picasso”. This smartphone is expected to run on One UI 2.1 powered by Android 10 out-of-the-box. The Galaxy S11e might be released with model number SM-G970. It is expected that it would come with a 3,730mAh battery. Looking at Galaxy S11, it might come with a model number SM-G985/986, with a 4,300mAh capacity.

The company could release the Galaxy S11 family with Exynos 9830 SoC for international markets. For the US regions, Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 might be used. In addition to this, other reports suggest that Galaxy S and Galaxy Note series might be merged into a single flagship series the upcoming year. The Galaxy S11 might be released with S Pen support as well.

December 16, 2019
The Samsung Smartwatch Review: Samsung Galaxy Watch

The Samsung Galaxy Watch is finally here. The Samsung smartwatch was announced with the latest Note 9 smartphone at the Galaxy Unpacked 2018. This 42mm Rose Gold model is as stylish as they come. Name-wise, Samsung no longer names its watch along with the ‘Gear S’ series. Instead of simply upgrading the specs and releasing a new watch, the company has redesigned pretty much all aspects of the smartwatch, making it more usable, functional, and chic.

While it looks like your regular watch, it is packed with cool smart features. This combination is what is likely to attract customers. While the Apple Watch has far too much experience for Samsung to consider it a competition, maybe the company hopes to catch up someday. The Galaxy Watch is available in two sizes – 42mm or 46mm. You will be able to choose from Midnight Black, Rose Gold, and Silver. Instead of a funky smartwatch, it looks and feels like your regular watch, but has all the features and functions of a reliable smartwatch.

Design And Hardware

With a large circular face and a metal body, the watch is pretty attractive. However, if you like the design of Apple Watch, you may feel this is a bit more traditional in its design. If you want your battery to last long, you could turn off the Always-on display. With this, your Galaxy Watch display will turn into a black circle. Again, although nobody right now can compete with Apple regarding the quality of build, Samsung has done a pretty great job.

Samsung Galaxy Watch

While its aesthetics could be improved since it feels a little bit cheap as it sits on our wrists, maybe Samsung is just getting started. It doesn’t feel like a stylish piece of accessory – more like a functional piece of technology. Looks and design apart, the Galaxy Watch has tons of features that will win your hearts. It is one of the most user-friendly and functional smartwatches out there. It comes with two buttons and a rotating bezel, using which you can easily navigate around the apps, menus, and the general UI.

The bezel clicks as you rotate it, making it tactile and satisfying. The 42mm model comes with a 1.2-inch display while the 46mm Galaxy Watch has a larger 1.3-inch screen. The dimensions of the former are 41.9 x 45.7 x 12.7mm. It is perfect for use with 20mm straps. The larger model features the 472mAh which is a significant jump up from the 270mAh battery present in the 42mm model. The battery life of the watch is good enough with being able to last any time between four to five days.

Features

The Samsung Galaxy Watch uses Tizen 4.0 OS. You will find that it is compatible with all phones running on Android 5.0 and later. It also works well with iPhone running iOS 9 and above. Its interface is extremely tactile, intuitive, and simple. It is so far ahead that it simply cannot even be compared with the likes of Wear OS and watchOS. Coming to Tizen’s drawbacks, it has very little third-party support. This means that you will be restricted to using only Samsung apps.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Display

Coming to Bixby, the Galaxy Watch features Samsung’s AI voice assistant. It is designed to replace S Voice on the new Galaxy Watch. Practically speaking, Bixby doesn’t add any actual value and is pretty much useless. Google Assistant would have been a better addition to the watch and offered the users a much nicer experience.

Samsung Health

Samsung has made health a major focus of its latest smartwatch. They have integrated Samsung Health here, which has new features like stress management and breathing along with a range of 21 indoor exercises and 39 tracked workouts. Some of them include running, walking, cycling, swimming, exercise bike, treadmill, weight machine, crunches, deadlifts, hiking, leg press, and other commonly used gym equipment.

It is an easy enough task to jump between the different tracking modes. All you need to do is to rotate the bezel of your Galaxy Watch. While the smartwatch is great enough for tracking a casual user’s activities and progress, it is by no means a reliable replacement for Garmin or Suunto. Besides your exercises, the watch will be able to measure your stress, give you a stress score, and even track your sleep. The stress score generally automatically calculates. While the watch offers sleep tracking, it is not a viable option since the watch seems a bit too bulky to sleep with.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Review

Samsung Smartwatch And 4G

The latest version of the Samsung smartwatch features 4G. The features change geographically, from country to country. Looking at the UK, the Galaxy Watch 4G is exclusively compatible with EE mobile contracts. The watch is designed to fit in an eSIM which you can use to pair the watch to your device. Once done, you can link it to your plan. In certain plans, you can use unlimited data, make calls, and send texts from the watch itself. The cellular function works perfectly and gives no cause of concern. You can comfortably use your watch even if you are away from your phone or a Wi-Fi network. The watch has two versions – Bluetooth and LTE/4G – both of which feature a dual-core 1.15GHz chipset and 4GB of internal storage space. The LTE/4G has 1.5GB RAM while the Bluetooth version of the smartwatch only has 768MB.

Verdict

Considering Samsung’s offering to this sector, we agree that the Samsung Galaxy Watch is one of the best ones the company has even developed. While its aesthetics could be improved, it is functional and features a lot of abilities. Its new fitness tracking capabilities, data usage, and other details make it a great option to consider. With the Galaxy Watch running on Tizen, offering a reasonably great battery life, and available in multiple colours, the smartwatch is a great upgrade from its predecessor. The different sizes and colours will do their bit in attracting the customers too.

December 15, 2019
Google Pixel 3 XL Review

Google Pixel 3 XL is one of the most awaited phones. It comes with a large screen, a rick colour display, and takes simply the best pictures. While other phones like the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus and the OnePlus 7 Pro also have pretty good features, the Pixel 3 XL is counted as the phone with the best camera in the market. It runs on Android Pie and has two front-facing cameras, one 12.2MP rear-facing lens, and an additional lens at the front for group selfies. It is easy to use, and the results are stunning.

Although the Pixel 3 XL isn’t Google’s largest device, it is one of the most affordable. It features enhanced aspects from Pixel 3a, has an extra camera, bigger camera, and a newer chipset. While it has a ton of awesome features, its design has a major drawback – the notch cut out at the top of the display. It is deeper than iPhone XS Max’s notch and larger than the one in Pixel 3. Besides the design, there is little reason to be unhappy with it. Let’s dive into this detailed Google Pixel 3 XL review.

Design

The Google Pixel 3 XL is definitely better than its predecessor Pixel 2 XL. You will not find any glass-and-aluminium look. Instead, the new design features an all-glass two-tone look. With glass at the top and textured matte glass towards the bottom, the phone’s back is as classy as it could be. The back is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 which is also the material that guards the phone’s front. Although it can be operated with one hand, it becomes slightly difficult to do so. For a more comfortable experience, you will have to end up using both hands. Due to the glass back, it is also more slippery than its predecessor.

Google Pixel 3 XL Review

This glass design offers more benefits than simply looking gorgeous. It helps LTE signals travel faster and easier when compared to more common aluminium-backed devices. With 5G gaining traction, this factor is going to be more important as well. The corners are completely rounded and slim giving off a polished and sleek look. The rear fingerprint sensor is flat and does not dig in very deep. As with the Pixel 2 XL model, you can squeeze the sides of the device to awaken Google Assistant. This is far easier and fun to use than an AI button, which is what Samsung has for Bixby.

Display

The Pixel 3 XL features a 6.3-inch OLED screen with an 18.5:9 aspect ratio with HDR Support and a QHD+ resolution. With less bezel and more display space, users can enjoy a screen-to-body ratio if 83%. The previous models were designed with 76% screen-to-body ratio. Although it has a larger screen, it fits in relatively well within the same dimensions of 158 x 76.7 x 7.9mm. The deep notch at the top is unflattering and a tiny bit annoying, especially when you are watching videos or movies. It is not very easy to ignore.

However, it seems the developers knew some might find the notch uncomfortable. So, you will find that there is a way to hide the notch. However, if you do so, the time, battery level, notifications, and other things would go down a bit and the entire panel would turn black. A better option would be to consider using Nacho Notch, a popular app, that can be used to hide the notch while displaying the other data at its place.

Performance

Performance-wise, we don’t really have anything to complain about. This device by Google is designed to offer excellent performance although the speed is nothing to wow at. The Pixel 3 XL runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset with 4GB of RAM. Others in the market have gone on to use 6GB and 8GB of RAM, but the Pixel seems to work quite well. Maybe we will see an upgrade in the upcoming models.

Google Pixel 3 XL

Regarding battery life, the phone has a 3,430mAh battery which is large enough to handle your usage for a day and sometimes even more. Even if it is not as large as others, it can last reasonably long. The adaptive battery is Android Pie’s latest feature which switches off apps that you don’t use and the ones consuming too much power. This will get you more battery life. The 18W charger offers faster-charging speeds. You can also choose to buy the Pixel Stand if you want to try wireless charging.

Android 9.0 Pie

If you want to use the Android 9.0 Pie and see how it works, the Google Pixel 3 XL is your best bet. With a large screen to enjoy the Material Design and Adaptive Battery features to make your battery last longer, you are in for a great time. The phone comes with stock Android software. The traditional UI has been tweaked a bit. The navigational buttons are smaller in size and you can also hide them and use gestures instead. Since the notch takes up space in the middle, the time and notification icons are moved to the left side of the screen while other details like the battery level and signal strength are on the right side.

Google Pixel 3 XL Camera Review

Camera Quality

Google Pixel 3 XL is one of the best camera phones in the market. It has a 12.2MP rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture which takes sharp, rich, and awesome pictures. Google’s dedicated Pixel Visual Core chip and machine-learning software are what that makeup other things. They ensure you get stunning photographs no matter what. The two 8MP front-facing cameras also have the same software. While the primary selfie camera has a 75-degree field of view, the secondary selfie camera boasts of a wider 97-degree field of view. It has features like Super Res Zoom, Top Shot, Night Sight, Adjustable Portrait Blur, and Hyper-lapse mode.

Verdict

All in all, Google Pixel 3 XL is hard to beat. With a stunning camera, a large 6.3-inch display, and a reasonably good battery, it covers pretty much all our wish list. While it doesn’t have a headphone jack, which phone does nowadays?! Considering all things, the Pixel 3 XL is a worthy option to consider.

December 15, 2019
Xiaomi Mi 9 SE Review

The Xiaomi Mi 9 is no longer the latest model. A worthy successor, the Mi 9T, is now out. Of all the 9s, Mi 9 SE is considered to be the most compact. It features a Super AMOLED screen by Samsung. It has been priced very reasonably, making it one of the few devices out there that offer premium features at a budget. The phone boasts of a triple camera with regular, tele, ultra-wide lens. Although this device features the least powerful processor among others in the family, the Snapdragon 712 is not really that bad. With a smaller screen, it stands to reason that the 9 SE features a smaller battery too. This Xiaomi Mi 9 SE Review should throw some light on its features.

Design

Known for being the smallest of all the Mi 9s, the 9 SE comes with a screen diagonal of 5.97 inches. It fits into the pockets easily and is perfect for one-hand use. With a triple camera at the rear, it doesn’t lack anything with its smaller size. The back of the phone could have been designed a bit better. The three camera modules tend to stick out by about 2mm, making it wobble if you lay it down. However, with big image sensors, it is a reasonable compromise. You might also see some similarity between the Mi 9 SE and iPhone X/XS. Thankfully, you will not see any notch at the top. Instead, there is a water-drop cut-out for the selfie camera.

Xiaomi Mi 9 SE Review

The bezels are quite thin, and it looks like the Super AMOLED display in 9 SE is designed after Mi 9 and Mi 9T. It has one of the thinnest chins in the market. The OLED panel features an under-display fingerprint reader. One of the downsides of the design is that the headphone jack is no longer there. Mi has chosen to follow the way of the other premium devices. The infrared blaster on the 9 SE works excellently with Xiaomi’s power button. One the left side is the volume controller while on the other end is the card slot. It can take two nano SIMs, but no microSD.

Display

The Xiaomi Mi 9 SE comes with a 5.97-inch display. Although it may seem large, this in fact, is what passes for small in today’s trend. The display features tall aspect ratio and slim bezels offering the users a brilliant and rich display experience. The 9 SE has an aspect ratio of 19.5:9 and a resolution of 2340x1080px for a pixel density of 432ppi. According to Xiaomi, the 9 SE can output 650 nits of brightness. With switching off the ambient light sensor and adjusting the brightness manually, you would be able to get 450 nits. This is, by most standards, good enough display stats.

Battery Life

Xiaomi Mi 9 SE features the smallest battery among the Mi 9 series. It makes sense since it is also the smallest phone. With a 3,070 mAh battery, the phone can last for about 25 hours of voice calls on a 3G network. If you tend to browse, you will still receive about 10 hours of use. The phone has also been designed to support Qualcomm Quick Charge 4+ which means that it is compatible with the USB Power Delivery standard. In just an hour and a half, you will be able to get your device charged up fully. In about 30 minutes, the 9 SE will reach about 47%.

Xiaomi Mi 9 SE Display

Audio Quality and Loudspeaker

The single down-firing speaker is excellent and is as loud as you could possibly wish it to be. It is better than most Mi phones and probably even others! The high volumes don’t distort the sound. It produces a rich, clear, and detailed sound. The headphones work very well too. Although the channel separation is not very great and it also has a bit of inter-modulation distortion, overall, the performance is quite reliable and app-laudable.

MIUI 10 with Android 9.0

The Xiaomi Mi 9 SE runs on Android Pie along with Xiaomi’s MIUI 10. The MIUI updates are pretty regular and promptly reach all the users. MIUI’s latest feature is the Always-on Display. While Samsung already has a similar feature in place, Xiaomi has introduced it for its phones as well. As the name suggests, the screen would stay on at all times. You can set it to switch on or off at particular times. There are plenty of themes available that you can set up which would suit this feature better. The under-display fingerprint scanner has improved in leaps and bounds. The phone also features a new unlock option – face unlock.

A feature carried here from Mi 9 to the 9 SE is the Dark Mode. This changes the system colors from white to black. This not only saves power draw but also gives a change of aesthetics. You might notice that the 9 SE comes with a ton of live wallpapers that changes based on different times of the day and so on. There are plenty of themes as well. There is no app drawer in MIUI, so all the apps on your phone would be there on the home screen. However, you would be able to group the apps into folders to organize them better.

Xiaomi Mi 9 SE Camera Review

Camera Quality

The Xiaomi Mi 9 SE Review simply cannot be complete without talking about its excellent camera. The ultra-wide-angle, fixed-focus camera has a 13MP sensor with an f/2.4 aperture lens having a 15mm equivalent focal length. The 8MP telephoto shots come with an f/2.4 aperture. The camera also has HDR settings with On/Off/Auto toggles. If you love taking pictures, you will find a full range of filters as well. There is also a Beauty Mode. In the Pro Mode, you would be able to adjust white balance, focus, ISO, and shutter speed in addition to other factors.

Verdict – Xiaomi Mi 9 SE Review

While this is considered to be the smallest Mi 9 phone with the lowest battery capacity, other features more than makeup for this. Its size is not really a drawback since it can be easily used with one hand and it can fit perfectly in our pockets. The design of the device has been ingeniously thought of with the display being rich and detailed. The excellent sound quality, the appreciable camera, and Xiaomi’s very own MIUI, you can be sure that the Mi 9 SE is a remarkable option.

December 13, 2019
Samsung Galaxy Prime Core Review
Samsung Galaxy Prime Core comes as one of the basic smartphones to connect to Google services like Google Drive, Maps, and Google Now. There is a simple gray design in the phone with the boring screen which tries hard to read in broad daylight and the camera is outdated.

But the price makes it one of the lowest and Verizon’s signal works faster. It costs only $168 when you buy it without a contract and full retail. It costs $30 with a 2-year contract and $7 monthly on the Verizon Edge plan for 24 months.

At the same time, MetroPCS offers Core Prime for $130 with no contract. For a starter device, it is absolutely fine. But you still need to shop around for a better price.

Design
- 800x480p resolution, 4.5” screen
- 130 grams
- 207ppi
- Dimensions – 131.3×68.4×8.8 mm
The device features a 4.5-inch display to keep it more compact than larger 6-inch displays but the meager 800x480p resolution is outdated. The screen looks grayish and more reflective indoors than nearby screens and videos, web pages, and images look pixilated and a bit dim.

Onscreen images wash out and texts are even harder to read under the rays when going outdoors. The device also heats up, especially in warm summer days.

Interface
- Lots of bloatware
- Android 4.4.4 KitKat
The Galaxy Core Prime comes loaded with Android 4.4.4 KitKat (not Android 5.1 Lollipop). It will also skip Lollipop. Samsung has added its TouchWiz UI over Android. Samsung also adds a few added settings and apps like easy mode for simple home screen layout and Power Saving Mode.

Big Red loads over 20 carrier apps as well as partner apps on the Verizon model. It will also have Amazon apps, several Verizon apps to manage account, some demo games, NFL Mobile, and more.

Camera
- 2MP selfie camera
- 5MP rear shooter
- 720p video recorder
The camera app features settings like Panorama, Auto, Beauty Face, Continuous Shot, Best Photo, and Sports modes. It also has a Settings menu to open items like ISO, Photo Resolution, white balance, geotagging, and grid-lines, etc.

By default, the rear camera is set to 3.9MP out of the box, instead of 5MP. For 3.9MP, it changes the 3:5 aspect ratio and 4:3 for max resolution. The camera is decent enough to capture bright outdoor photos which contrast with low-res images in low light.

Flash generates bright light to make everything quite clearer and brighter. Like all the pictures, selfies are the trade-off. There is nothing you can do with the 2MP front camera unless taking grainy self-portraits, even with Beauty mode on. Outdoor selfies look brighter but indoor snaps are grayish.

The 720p video recording is good but not impressive. Audio pickup is weak for others but you will get your voice clearer. You need to look for well-lit, outdoor scenes which don’t grasp a lot of noise.

Hardware
- 1GB RAM, 8GB internal storage
- 2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 quad-core processor
- Expandable up to 128GB
- 2000mAh removable battery
With lower-powered CPU, you can’t do anything much with Galaxy Core Prime. And 1.2GHz Snapdragon chipset is very common in this range. But navigating the phone is quite responsive while scrolling through menus and screens. Music and videos stream quite quickly thanks to Verizon’s fast network.

The slower processor and poor resolution makes this device worst for gaming. It falls far behind LG G4 and Samsung Galaxy S6 in processing graphics. But it does play some popular titles and casual games fine.

Battery

According to Samsung, the 2000mAh battery in Prime Core can last around 10 hours of Talktime on 3G, around 9 hours of video playback and 11 hours of Wi-Fi time. But in the real world, it could last shorter or longer, according to your usage.

Live maps and video streaming uses data and resources quite faster than sending messages. All in all, the device should last at least 8 hours without getting drained.

Connectivity
- Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
- 4G enabled
The Speedtest.net measured significantly high speed which hovered around whopping 30Mbps to 40Mbps for downloads while 20Mbps uplink. There were some dips but coverage variations are common. In real world tests, pages load really fast with LTE.

But Verizon’s network was not too strong to download large files quickly. Music and videos were streamed without any hiccups.

Wi-Fi supports 2.4GHz instead of 5GHz networks. So, downloads and uploads may not be as fast as possible with high-end devices. Movies and other large files will take even longer for downloading, as per the size.

Is it worth to buy this entry-level Android device?

The Galaxy Prime Core is just a simple smartphone that can be found anywhere. If you are looking for a low-budget smartphone ($130 on MetroPCS and $168 with Verizon plan), Samsung Galaxy Prime Core is definitely for you.

For MetroPCS users, it is one of the best choices in this range. But if you are a Verizon user, it is better to spend a few dollars more to choose a better phone.

When it comes to competition, LG Lucid 3 comes at $200 but shares most of the specs in Core Prime with a 4.7-inch screen, 2440mAh battery and 960x540p resolution, which is quite better. It also features 1080p full HD video and in-built wireless charging.

The only downside here is 0.3MP camera, vs. 2MP camera in Core Prime. For around $32 more, you can also look for Microsoft Lumia 735 with Verizon. But if you download plenty of apps and use Google services, don’t go with Windows Phone. If you want to keep things simple, the Galaxy Prime Core is a good buy.

Pros
- Compact Smartphone with compact price tag
- 5MP camera capable enough to take decent sunlit pictures
- Enough expandable storage
Cons
- Poor screen resolution dampens its image
- Low light pictures have a lot of noise
- Pixilated selfies with front camera
Verdict

One of the budget phones by Verizon and MetroPCS, Samsung Galaxy Prime Core makes an entry to entry-level market but it still can’t beat the rivals.
December 7, 2019
Vivo V15 Pro review

The Vivo V15 Pro review can step up higher when it comes to smartphone innovation. This device is like the Vivo nex and Vivo nex dual display edition. This is offering with best of features being Chinese smartphone makers managing to be the latest launch in India. This is meant for bringing aspirational and useful features making it a more affordable segment and offers with a pop–up selfie camera as well as an in-display fingerprint sensor with triple rear cameras.

Its launched at a price of Rs 28,990 with the Vivo V15 pro setting a lot in its favor including attractive design, stacked hardware, impressive cameras and the latest version of android. This can justify its price tag, especially when it’s the 2018 values flagships like that of Asus Zen fone 57 and the Poco F1.

The design

This is the Vivo V15 Pro which is a real looker and is going to draw some attractive glances. But not in the same way as like other smartphones out there right now. This has eye-catching designs and colors. This has gone for a more tasteful and elegant finish.

The rear panel is topaz blue in color with the review unit that has an electric blue diagonal streak in the middle that gradually fades into deeper shades of blue in the corner. There is even a microdot pattern in the center that morphs into a wave-like pattern near the edges and that makes the look called the spectrum ripple design.

It’s the color shift that looks beautiful when the light falls on in it at different angles. This phone is available in a completely different ruby to finish a red color that has a red gradient with a crosshatch pattern across the back.

Best of features to review

This is of the latest smartphones with the handset coming with an FHD and an ultra full view super AMOLED display and is backed by a 3,700 mAh battery. This is available with a notch-free screen offering with a 6.39-inch screen with a display of 19.5.9 aspect ratio and 91.64 % screen to body ration.

The complete handset is powered by the Qualcomm snapdragon 675 AIE with the 6GB RAM and 128 GB ROM that is expandable up to 256 GB. This runs off the Android 9 Pie-based on fun touch 9 operating system.

Apart from that, the device offers an in-display fingerprint scanner for the purpose of security. This bears a dual sim with weighing 186 grams. In the front, you have the camera that features a pop-up selfie camera at the front. This includes a 32-megapixel lens featuring like the AI face beauty.

The AI portrait composition, bokeh mode, AI body shaping, portrait light effect, AR sticker, video face beauty, and gender detection. The handset boasts with a triple rear camera setup at the back consisting of 48 MP primary sensors and an 8 MP secondary sensor with a 5MP ultra-wide lens.

Size

This bears a glossy rear panel curves around the edges. This provides the impression of the device being thinner than its actual size. The sore point is the rear camera module that creates a considerable bump on the back. It bears a metallic rim that runs around the edges of the V15 Pro.

Also, the absence of sharp edges makes it hold perfect. On the right sits the power button and volume buttons. But on the left is present the Google assistant button and micro SD card tray. This button provides good tactile feedback but they are with a little to reach especially with the volume up button.

Specificities are features to review

The V15 Pro bears unique and excelling features to review. These are like:

This is powered with the octa-core Qualcomm snapdragon 675 Processor paired with 6 GB of LPDDR4 RAM and a 128 GB of the internal storage which is expandable using micro SD card. There are three different slots for the housing of the micro SD card and two Nano-SIM cards. This means that the users won’t have to sacrifice the dual Sim Functionality for more storage space.

Connectivity is handled by 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 5, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b /g/n, GPS/A-GPS, a micro- USB port, and a 3.5 mm headphone Jack, onboard sensors that include an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyroscope and proximity sensor.

On the side of software, the Vivo V15 Pro runs fun touch OS 9 Based on Android 9 pie and the android security patch running on the review unit. Fun touch OS is a heavily skinned version of android and will require some time to get accustomed to.

The deviation from the stock android is truly evident from the get-go, starting with the absence of the app drawer. Swiping left on the home screen opens the smart launcher that is populated by cards for tasks including events, the weather, a to-do list, and the news headlines. The cards on the smart launcher and their order can now be customized.

This comes with a loads of pre-installed app that include in-house software like the V- app store, iMusic, iTheme, Albums, and Vivo Cloud among others, as well as third-party apps that include Paytm, PhonePe, Ganna, UCBrowser, and WPS office. Above all the bloatware is never a desired trait.

You might find the UI of the fun touch OS slightly Garish and overall it looks like a less refined take on iOS. This is not very easy as well to find specific things in the settings app. The users will now have to live with it or resort to using it with the third-party launcher from the Google play store.

These features with the smart split for controlling the split-screen multitasking, app clone for running second instances of certain apps, smart lock for assigning tasks to the volume down button and the smart mirroring for displaying the media files on another display while you continue to use the phone.

There is a split-screen included in the messaging feature which is particularly into use. Like the message will appear on screen as a floating bubble. Tapping on it instantly opens with the split-screen interface without having to close the app that currently using.

The fun touch OS is also offering GameCube featuring tailoring to make the game best. This lets users mute notifications, automatically reject calls, minimize interruptions due to any kind of accidental touch gestures and stop all the background apps while gaming to maximize the performance.

Battery Life

Coming to the battery performance it depletes quite rapidly during sessions and serves with an average battery deterioration of 13 to 15 % just after 30 minutes of gaming.

Summary

Overall, the Vivo V15 Pro is a fantastic mobile with a lot of excelling features to manage great services. It is a worth buying product with lots of features compared to other big budget smartphones.

December 7, 2019
Mobvoi Tic Watch Pro 4G/LTE Review

Recently Mobvoi tic watch implemented a solution for hardware battery life with dual display and now LTE mode is designed with different feature and also the performance is very well increased and most of the customers are very attracted to it.

Hardware implementation

It has been a trend nowadays wearing new smartwatches it has very good connectivity with LTE mode and also it is very well connected with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. It is designed with a simple hardware display and power pattern and that too with attractive touch. The overall body is constructed with plastic with great thickness and the design is really appealing.

Practically smartwatches have introduced to cool down every individual stress in the form of a rotating button it is something to implement new for the next generation. This product is designed with an LED panel display with sharp and bright edges with attractive colors.

You can wear this type of watch even when you go to sleep this will be very helpful to show your health information and also you will feel even better when you are the health-conscious type of device.

In Mobvoi tic watch product you can also make phone calls and even you can play music by using certain apps which is completely water resistance which is designed with silicon combination and you will see comfortable and better to wear this type of disturbance.

Performance

Mobvoi is basically designed with the Google OS platform. This product is very decent enough and people who wear this type of basic smartwatches will slowly become addicted hence it is very attractive and designed with trendy software and the performance is also very excellent.

You can design any new type of animations quick way since it is connected with LTE type of platforms. The design of this particular watch is really attractive since the body is thick with very big displays when compared to other watches in the market.

People will surely love this type of design. The product in the market and particularly this watch something very personal to every individual. There is no necessary maintenance is required since it is completely water resistible to you can wear this product anytime.

Double layer display

Mobvoi tic watch pro 4GB is designed with a double-layered display with an LED panel and LCD overlayer is very concerned with no compromises the feature is excellent and that is shining.

It is one of the bright crisps and remarkable type of watches with very attractive colors there is no negative reviews regarding this type of smartwatches even you can clearly view in the dark mode and even sunlight.

The LCD panel which is manufactured is very transparent and you can easily display the steps, battery level, time, date, and even your heart rate will also be displayed every second. It is really one of the Handy products and very pretty too the battery life is also very excellent in LTE mode when compared to other products in the market.

It is designed with extraordinary features each and every information that includes steps, time, date, heart rate extra can be viewed with the Google display panel this product can be used for a long time the customization is very excellent in this product.

4G connectivity

Mobvoi tic watch wristband can easily connect with 4G, which is a very big part nowadays. Also it is a great deal wearing iOS platform watches combined with Google Android connectivity is very rare to hear. It has the attractive technologies, which have been introduced.

Smart typical watches connected with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi with heavy battery life is really amazing. You can operate the mode like your smart mobile settings. It has the easiest process and user-friendly settings. In this product, you can receive and send text messages.

Hence, if you leave your mobile phone in your home unknowingly you can use these smartwatches as mobile phones. It is one of the convenient products, which will be always in your hand as a wristwatch.

Only positive mode of reviews has been received regarding the product. It is completely tested with LTE technology and designed with very attractive features. It is one of the excellent products, which supports all type of applications such as Facebook, Google play music, receive and text messages, etc. Also, you can do phone calls in this smartwatch.The excellent technology, which is one of the greatest versions introduced with Long battery life.

Fitness

This particular gadget is no compromised which is dumped every technology in one product it will feel comfortable and faster to receive all the information. You can also view your health conditions which are also one of the important targets nowadays. The battery life is very excellent with 415 mAh battery. If you charge it every night, you can wear comfortably throughout the day.

This product is very comfortable to use with multiple technologies added including the fitness tracker. The entire settings that are done in mobile phones can be added in these smartwatches which are linked with 4G LTE connectivity. It is one of the stand-alone smartwatch products.

If you carry this smartwatch with you there is no need for mobile phones, the entire process will be done with the help of this smartwatch. The overall operation and settings are excellent and innovative.

Conclusion

Based on the above reviews, this product is really different. Since the android phones have been changed to smartwatches it is an excellent product with complete furnished technology. Performance-wise is also very excellent, and the battery life is also makes the users completely satisfied.

The fitness feature can also be noted in the smartwatch. Hence without any compromise, you can purchase the smartwatches, which will be very useful for your daily life. Mobvoi watches are available in every online store the design of the product is very excellent and the appearance looks very classy in a circular shape designer with the silicone strap.

December 5, 2019
Nokia 9 PureView Smartphone
Nowadays everyone wants a smartphone having different advanced features. People look for such a phone which looks good, feels amazing and covers all basic high-end features. Therefore, mobile companies are getting you different great options of smartphones that can fulfill each and every need of a smartphone. Today you have several options for smartphones to choose which have the latest technology. So as Nokia is a well-known mobile brand, the company has brought Nokia 9 PureView.

Nokia 9 PureView phone has an excellent display, covers all the features that you require, and it feels great. It also comprises an attractive metal and glass body. Apart from this, it has sufficient storage, water-resistant, wireless charging, and much more. This smartphone is especially best for photography lovers. Let’s talk about various other amazing features of this phone.

Advanced Technology

This phone at the peak of the Android era as it has the most advanced technology. It is the bearer of the next-gen PureView snapper. Nokia 9 PureView contains the first Penta-camera on the back due to which this is already ahead of the game.

Therefore, photography enthusiasts can get outstanding experience on a phone. Also, the phone has five 12 MP modules with the same fixed focal length of 28mm with a ToF camera. So the result of all cameras is combined into one for a supposedly spectacular image with a unique dynamic range.

Other elements of this phone are more up-to-date. Nokia 9 PureView features an in-screen fingerprint scanner and a 20 MP selfie snapper able of pixel-discarding for improved low-light performance. Apart from this, it boosts the modern version of Android One-Pie and is dust resistance. Besides, the phone has all the essentials such as a charger, a USB –C cable, and a pair of in-ear headphones.

Design

Nokia 9 PureView is a dual-glass smartphone. It has a glossy glass finish so the phone looks amazing. The phone relies on two pieces of Gorilla Glass 5 to keep the screen and the backside secured. The phone’s display is one of its strongest features. This phone has the chin below the screen that helps to use the phone easily and mistouch prevention when typing on the virtual keyboard.

Apart from this, the phone contains three microphones in total that is one at the top, bottom, and on the back above the cameras. Due to such design, this phone feels sturdy in-hand and its weight is well-distributed. The phone easily fits into the pockets.

Performance

On standards like GeekBench, AnTuTu, and 3D Mark, you will observe that the Nokia 9 does well. It scored notably higher than the other phones like Galaxy Note 9. The phone’s software system is updated. Due to good storage, you can use many apps on the phone. Also, as the phone comes with Android One out of the box, therefore, you will get the quick and timely updates.

The phone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 845. So every image that you take with this phone utilizes information from all five cameras. The phone process those images that coming from all five cameras both quickly as well as efficiently. Therefore, it doesn’t run down the battery.

Globally Recognized

The Nokia 9 PureView phone is now available everywhere. You can buy the phone online or in the shop near you. After going through several changes and turmoil this phone has come up with a new and advanced version. It has become a game-changer. The phone is probably the most niche smartphone you can obtain on the market at present.

Another aspect that you can consider while buying the Nokia 9 PureView is that it has a multi-media setup. This is the great feature of the phone due to which the phone still has its position in the market.

Outcome

This Nokia 9 PureView phone is full of potential. It has fantastic features and is also quite affordable. The phone especially has the power to shoot the best pictures. Apart from this, it is user-friendly, durable, safe to use, and easy to take in hands. So overall this phone’s all the features, design, and style are assuring.

Apart from this, under the HMD’s leadership, this phone had risen from the ashes once again. Besides, the five-camera arrangement on the back, designed with light and Zeiss hold s loads of potential. But then also the performance of the camera software is irregular at best.

Value for Money

This phone’s price is right where it requires being to match with iPhone and Galaxies. This is because it undermines these brands a bit. So because of its features and overall performance, Nokia 9 PureView is quite inexpensive and can grab your attention.

Hence, the Nokia fans and photography addicts with the limitation can go for this phone. The phone has enough punch to meet today’s demands trouble-free still under that Quad HD screen. Therefore, this phone is one of the best options for those who want some different types of phones.

Pros
- - The phone comprises a Flagship-grade high-res OLED screen with HDR video support.
  - It has excellent image output from the RAW files (needs time and skill for processing).
  - Due to the Android One program, timely updates are expected.
  - It contains rather cheap for a flagship.
Cons
- - Nokia 9 PureView utilizes the previous year’s Snapdragon flagship chipset.
  - Its user experience with the fingerprint scanner is bad.
  - The phone has buggy software and freezes and crashes occur often when using the camera.
  - It has no microSD slot and whilst shooting RAW + JPG eats storage rapidly.
  - Its default JPEG and video output is not flagship-worthwhile.
  - The camera’s elongated image processing is dreary and takes a toll on battery life.
Conclusion

With this information, you can get a comprehensive and best smartphone to use. If you like the Nokia brand and used to it, then you can think of this Nokia 9 PureView phone. This phone can satisfy you with your many requirements.
December 4, 2019
Nubia Z20 Review, Features And Specifications

Nubia Z20 mobile phone will operate on Android version 9.0 (Pie Operating system). It is specially powered by the Octa-Core processor (Kryo 485, Quad-core, 1.8 GHz + Kryo 485, Tri-Core, 2.42 GHz + Kryo 485, Single core, 2.96 GHz) and executes on 855 Plus Chipset of Qualcomm Snapdragon.

Also, it includes an AMOLED display, internal storage with 128 GB space and RAM capacity with 6 GB for better access. It comes with 186 grams weight and 9 mm x 75.2 mm x 158.6 mm measurements.

The screen resolution with 401 PPI pixel density and 2340 x 1080 pixels. The ratio of screen-to-body will be around 85% and the aspect ratio is 19:5:9. The dual front cameras with 48MP (megapixels) + 16MP and the rear-side includes 3 cameras with 8MP + 16MP + 48MP with various features such as Touch to Focus, Face detection, Auto Flash, 3x Optical Zoom, 30 x Digital Zoom, and many more. It also comes with a powerful 4000 mAh battery. This Smartphone offers connectivity features like Volte, GPS, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (Wireless), and much more.

Key Features

Find below the list of key features of Nubia Z20 Android mobile phone:

Android Version 9.0 (Pie Operating System) –

Nubia Z20 mobile phone operates on the latest Android version 9.0 (Pie) with aesthetic design and lightweight visual. It can start much faster by enabling the application, user behavior actively learns and also boots up intelligently.

It has greater and powerful improvements in terms of gaming performance. With the fast & fresh platform, it assists the users to be productive and stay connected during travel.

Dual SIM –

It does not include the SIM Card however, it has Dual Standby mode of Dual SIM slots (Nano-SIM slot + another Nano SIM slot). The additional network carrier charges will vary based on network availability and device memory.

Audio Listening –

On your mobile phone, you can save and play numerous MP3 songs or audio files based on your storage capacity.

Mobile Hotspot –

It is possible to share your Mobile network 4G internet data connection with other supported or compatible wireless devices.

Google Play Access –

Make use of the Google Play Store to watch TV shows, movies, read books, magazines, and even browses & downloads numerous games and apps.

Dual Fingerprint (which is Side-mounted) –

It features two sides fingerprint sensors (available on both sides). You can unlock your mobile phone by using the rear-side sensor panel by swiping your finger.

Fast Charging Battery (4000 mAh) –

It is powered with an effect 27W fast charging capacity with 4000 mAh battery.

Internal Memory –

You can avail of two different internal storage options: 256 GB & 128 GB. It allows users to store plenty of apps, games, photos, music, movies, contacts, and many more.

Triple Rear-side Cameras –

Nubia Z20 has a rear-side with a triple camera setup similar to the Sony IMX586 model. The OIS with a primary sensor of 48MP, a telephoto lens with 8MP, and 122.2 degree-lens with 16MP wide-angle mode.

The camera can offer a powerful night mode, image shooting with 2.5 cm super macro, 30X digital zoom, and 3X Optical Zoom. It also supported with 8K video recording.

AOD Customization –

It also supports and compatible with Dual screen AOD. It is much easier to personalize with two AOD screens (rear-side and front-side). DIY AOD customizations will be supported by the secondary display. It is much easier to personalize your phone to showcase it as more personal.

Dual Screen AOD –

Nubia Z20 comes with two different curved displays, the 6.42-inch primary with front AMOLED screen of 1080 x 2340p and the 5.1-inch secondary with back AMOLED screen of 720 x 1520p.

With the help of this design, you can utilize the rear camera as the best selfie shooter and also experience the best camera shooting on both ends.

855 Plus Qualcomm Snapdragon Octa-core Processor –

This phone is powered with 855 Plus Qualcomm Snapdragon Octa-core processor that has a graphics processor of Adreno 640 and also clocked at 2.96 GHz.

It includes the AIE engine with a multi-core of 3^rd generation to claim more than 3X faster when compared with the earlier generations. This device comes with 8 GB RAM & 6 GB RAM options.

4G LTE Speed –

It offers the fastest and best web connection for streaming online content, downloading games & apps, and also stay connected with numerous social media platforms.

Compatible Bands –

This phone is compatible with Australia Bands, Europe (Partial) bands, and Asia bands to offer 4G with LTE-FDD bands such as B20, B8, B4, B5, B7, B3, and B1.

Global Language Supported –

Supported by world user’s international languages such as Chinese, English, etc.

Nubia Z20 Storage & Connectivity

Nubia Z20 offers non-expandable internal storage with a huge space of 128 GB storage. With regards to connectivity features, it includes Type-C USB, Wi-Fi 802.11 supported with 4G Volte, NFC, N/G/B, Glonass, Mobile Hotspot, A-GPS with GPS, Bluetooth, etc.

Nubia Z20 Configuration & Battery

Nubia Z20 comes with a powerful and best 855 Plus Qualcomm Snapdragon Octa-core processor that is capable to handle the entire phone functions with ease. The device operates with the help of an Octa-core processor with 2.96 GHz frequency along with a RAM capacity of 6 GB to gain lag-free experience.

You can also gain gaming experience by utilizing the best graphical effects with the help of Adreno 640 GPU. The most essential power backup of 4000 mAh Lithium-ion battery is used to extend the daily use. For the user’s convenience, it supports the Quick Charging Version 4.0 (V4.0) that allows refilling at the earliest.

Nubia Z20 Display & Camera

This mobile phone has a 6.42-inch primary with a front AMOLED screen of 1080 x 2340p and the 5.1-inch secondary with back AMOLED screen of 720 x 1520p. The most important aspect ratio of 9:5:19 can allow the uses to enjoy playing games and watching movies. It comes with a triple camera setup of f/1.7 wide lens, 0.8µm pixels with a half-inch sensor of primary 48 MP (megapixel) cameras.

This phone also includes a telephoto camera with 8 MP that has 3X review, 5/2.4 lens, 2.8x zoom, and 1µm pixels. The ultra-wide122.2-degree module with 16 MP cameras can offer an f/2.2 aperture. The optical image stabilization can be featured only with the help of its primary camera.

December 3, 2019