Author: chris eilers

No matter how much we would like to, not all smartphones come with a ROM as big as 128GB, do they? So if you are having a hard time “getting along with” your phone’s humble internal storage smartphone, this article is here to help get rid of that struggle.

Small internal storage issue: It’s about how you use your phone

The first tip to live with phones having small internal storage as of 16GB or below is to frequently transfer your media files to your computer. The photos you have captured take more space than you thought! Moreover, if you often record full HD videos, it’s recommended that you move your media files to your computer on a regular basis. One similar way is to backup these files to the cloud. As for the music tracks, stream them as often as possible. In other cases, try to opt for standard 128kb/s tracks.

The second tip to not struggle with small internal storage devices is to select and keep only the necessary apps. Many of us tend to download new apps on stores to try. But after one or two visits, we then never turn to them again. These “neglected” apps, if now cleaned out, will take up the memory for no benefit. In other cases, there is a simple trick: do not install the apps that do the same thing your browser can do. For example, you can use connect to Chrome to get on youtube player, book reader, dictionary and even social networks. However, that requires you to connect to the internet regularly.

Last but not least, for phones with 16GB internal storage or smaller, frequent clean-up routine is necessary. Have you ever wondered why your phone gets slower after being used for a long time? That’s because of the cache created by the applications and web browsing activity. To get rid of it, you can download Clean Master from the appstore. This application is now the best clean-up tool in the world. It helps you remove the cache and unnecessary files from your phone.

Small internal storage: Round-up

Overall, a smartphone with small internal storage is not really hard to live with. Don’t forget to transfer your media files to your laptop or to the cloud, try to use the browser as much as possible and remember to do regular smartphone clean-up. We hope these tips work well on your device.

Samsung Galaxy S8 specs again have just been leaked online. This Samsung flagship shows up on Weibo with octa-core, 6GB RAM, 30MP main camera……

Samsung Galaxy S8 specs: 6GB RAM, 30MP cam

Recently, Samsung has been involved in many explosion cases like Note 7 or washing machine. However, just put those incidents aside and pay attention to the next flagship of the company- Galaxy S8. After being leaked many times, this S7 successor continues to be spotted on Weibo (a Chinese social network). According to what we saw on Weibo, Samsung S8 is a true powerhouse.

Under the hood, the phone is powered by a 3.2Ghz octa-ore Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. It packs 6GB of RAM paired with 64GB of inbuilt storage. This memory can be expanded up to 128GB via a microSD card. The flagship will have a 5.2-inch display with the resolution of 4096 x 2160 px (4K). This screen will be coated with Corning Gorilla Glass 5. Android Nougat will be the OS of this device.

One of the most impressive Samsung Galaxy S8 specs is its main camera. It sports a huge 30MP camera on the back with OIS, HDR, autofocus. On the front, there will be a 9MP shooter. S8 could be backed up with a 4200mAh battery life supported with quick charging. As the successor of Galaxy S7, this handset will be added dust+waterproof features along with an iris scanner.

Samsung Galaxy S8: price and release date

Galaxy S8 specs come with many great features and numbers. With all those specs, this phone will be one of the best devices in the market. Samsung Galaxy S8 price is said to be about $850. About Samsung Galaxy S8 release date, it will be in April next year. This time could be a rush for the Korean company. When Note 7 has the problem with the battery, this S8 flagship should be taken care more carefully. We’ll keep updating to you about Galaxy S8.

Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) has just been launched in the Korean market. This handset comes with 3GB RAM, Exynos 7420, and 16MP cam. 

Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016): 3GB RAM, 16MP cam

After being spotted on Antutu as well as Geekbench, Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) is now official. This phone has just been launched in Korea. So, let’s have a look closer to this phone. About the design, this phone looks quite a lot to its predecessor – Galaxy A8. The 2016 version is slim and is made of metal. It comes with “Always On display” feature which allows you to see the basic info (time, date, notifications) on the lock screen.

In terms of Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) specs, it is powered by an Exynos 7420 chipset. You can see this SoC on the 2015 flagship Galaxy S6. It packs 3GB RAM paired with 32GB of inbuilt storage. The ROM amount is similar to A8 last year, but the RAM amount is larger. Galaxy A8 2015 has 2GB RAM. This new Samsung handset uses Android 6.0.1 OS out of the box with Grace UX. This feature was added on Galaxy Note 7.

Like the 2015 model, Galaxy A8 2016 version also owns a 5.7-inch AMOLED Full HD display. About the camera, the phone is equipped with a 16MP main camera and an 8MMP selfie snapper. Compared to the version last year (5MP+16MP), the 2016 model has a better front-facing camera. A8 2016 is backed up with a 3300mAh capacity. In addition, on the front, there is a fingerprint scanner which is harmonious with Samsung Pay embedded on the home button.

Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016): price and release date

Besides Galaxy J7 Prime, On7 and On8 , Galaxy A8 (2016) is the next 3GB RAM phones of Samsung this month. With all the specs above, this phone will be the tough rival in the 3GB RAM segment. Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) release date is on 1st October in Korea. It will available in blue color. About Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) price, it is quoted at about $580(RM. 2397).

HP Elite X3 is the strongest device of Windows Phones world. With 4GB RAM and SND 820, this phone has more than 110,000 points on Antutu.  

Windows Phones: HP Elite X3 dominates

The smartphone market is contributed by 3 main factors: iOS phones, Windows Phones, and Android Phones. Android market is now dominated by Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus. This phone has the scores of more than 160,000 on Antutu. With iOS phones, of course, iPhone 7 (Plus) is on the throne with 178 397 Antutu scores. How about Windows Phones? Which phone is on the top of the place? The answer is HP Elite X3.

Before Elite X3, Microsoft Lumia 950XL is the strongest device in Windows Phone world. When X3 was launched, it immediately took the crown of this Lumia phone. On Antutu, this handset has the score of 108,727. After the company upgraded the OS from Windows 10 to Windows 10 Mobile Anniversary, Elite X3 gets 118, 796 points. Meanwhile, Lumia 950 XL comes with 87,906 scores.

Let’s have a look at HP Elite X3 spec again to see how strong the phone is. X3 is powered by a quad–core (2×2.15 GHz + 2×1.6 GHz) SND 820 processor. It packs 4GB RAM paired with 64GB of ROM which can be expanded up to 256GB. For photography, the phone is equipped with an 8MP selfie snapper and a 16MP main cam with f/2.2, autofocus, and LED flash. The HP handset has a 5.96-inch Quad HD display and a huge 4150mAh battery life.

HP Elite X3: still behind Android phones

Although being the King in Window Phones world, HP Elite X3 still falls far behind the other Android devices. On the Antutu list, this device is standing after iPhone 6s with 133,937 points or OnePlus 3 with 140,288 points. However, it is still the strongest Windows handset so far. If you love to have a Window device, this phone is one of the best choices you can have. HP Elite X3 price is about $799(RM. 3300).

While we are counting down for the Nokia comeback at the end of this year, a brand-new Nokia render designed by Vasili Sychev has just been spread to the internet. This phone is called Nokia Prism! Let’s take a look!

Nokia Prism: Exotic design

At first impression, Nokia Prism doesn’t look similar to any of the current smartphones in the market! Instead of having a rectangular shape, this phone arrives with a pentagonal construction. This is something that has never existed before in the smartphone industry. Prism is covered with metal and there are four color variants: blue, silver, black and red. According to the render photos, this device is a Windows phone, but it looks like Microsoft has to “twist” the OS a bit to fit the new display.

This exotic design of Nokia Prism may also lead to many changes (and even difficulties) in using the phone. The sharp corners may not be comfortable to hold in hands. Watching videos and reading e-books may not be the same as with current smartphones. Some parts of the common rectangular frame of the videos, photos or e-books could be missed. However, who knows if there will be a mode that shapes the pentagonal display into rectangular frame and leaves the 5 corners for specific functions?

In terms of display, as you can see from the photos, 95% of the front of the phone is for the screen. No front camera is found and there is only a minimized panel for the speaker on the top of the phone. Regarding Nokia Prism specs, we haven’t received anything. However, we expect this device will come with at least 3GB RAM, a Snapdragon 820 chipset and a 20MP PureView camera.

Nokia Prism: A piece of art

Overall, Nokia Prism, with its design, may not fit common smartphone users. There are some usage issues that we can easily point out from the pentagonal construction of the phone. The lack of selfie camera is another thing that keeps smartphone lovers away from Prism. However, in the artistic perspective, this phone is still exotic-looking and can be a nice choice for artistic users.

Samsung has drawn lots of attention these days due to the multiple cases of Galaxy Note 7 phone explosion. However, Note 7’s rival – iPhone 7 has just been reported to also blow up! Let’s take a look! 

Phone explosion: it’s iPhone 7’s turn

Recently, kroopthesnoop – a Reddit user has reported that the iPhone 7 Plus his co-worker ordered had exploded before the man even had the chance to experience the A10 chipset and the dual camera. To be more specific, when the man received the new iPhone from the delivery service, the package of the phone was partly burned and after unwrapped, the iPhone inside looked like it had exploded. Kroopthesnoop then took some photos and posted them to the internet (as we can see below).

Kroopthesnoop has shared that “Something happened between the factory and the deliver”. He also added that after the incident was reported to Apple’s customer care service, an executive from Apple’s office in Texas paid a visit to the co-worker to collect further information about the case. The Apple representative also offered a replacement after the brand have worked with AT&T.

So far, both Apple and UPS – the company that is responsible for the delivery of the iPhone, have not made any public statement about this phone explosion. In the meantime, there have been many controversy about the cause of the incident. While many people accuse Apple of this explosion, some users guess that the owner has put the iPhone package in the… microwave and then tries to blame the company.

Phone explosion: The cause is yet unknown

As mentioned above, Apple has not left any comment about this case. Compared to the similar scandal of Samsung, Apple is quite “lucky” this time because this iPhone 7 Plus was found exploded before the user was able to use the handset. The fact that the phone blew up during delivery leaves an opportunity for Apple to not be considered the sole cause of the phone explosion. Now, let’s wait for the official statement from Apple!

Today we have collected 5 of the latest 3GB RAM Samsung phones so far! Take a look at this collection and tell me which one do you prefer!

1. Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime

The first device on this list of latest 3GB RAM Samsung phones is Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime. This phone has just been released this month with many powerful specs. Besides the 3GB RAM, there is also an octa-core 1.6GHz Exynos 7870 chipset and 16GB ROM (+256GB). This phone runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow.

Other Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime specs are also impressive. There is an 8MP front snapper on the front and a 13MP shooter with f/1.9 aperture. In terms of display, this phone arrives with a 5.5-inch screen with full HD resolution. Regarding the battery, J7 Prime is fueled by a 3300mAh cell. Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime price is around $340 (RM 1404).

2. Samsung Galaxy On7 (2016)

The next phone on this list of latest 3GB RAM Samsung phones is Samsung Galaxy On7. The 2016 version of this phone comes with 3GB RAM and 32GB of internal memory (+256GB). Besides, a Snapdragon 625 chipset with octa-core 2.0GHz is also available to be in charge of the performance. Other Samsung Galaxy On7 specs 2016 version include a 5.5-inch full HD display, a 13MP/8MP camera combo and a 3300mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy On7 price this year is $240 (RM. 990) and Samsung Galaxy On7 release date will be next month.

3. Samsung Galaxy On8 (2016)

Another phone on this list of latest 3GB RAM Samsung phones is Samsung Galaxy On8 (2016). This new version will come with a decent 3GB RAM and octa-core 1.6GHz Exynos 7870 chipset. For photography, there will be a combo of 13MP/5MP cameras. Other Samsung Galaxy On8 specs this year version will include a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED full HD display, a 3300mAh battery and 16GB of internal memory (expandable). Samsung Galaxy On8 price is expected to be around $240 (RM. 990).

4. Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016)

One of the best latest 3GB RAM Samsung phones is Galaxy A7 (2016). There are two chipset versions of this phone: octa-core Snapdragon 615 and octa-core 1.6GHz Exynos 7580 Octa chipset. Both versions pack 3GB RAM and 32GB of ROM which can be expanded up to 256GB. A7 (2016) has a 5.5-inch Full HD display and a 3300mAh cell. For photography, you can use either a 13MP main camera or an 8MP front shooter. Galaxy On7 (2016) specs also include Android 6.0.1 OS. Galaxy On7 (2016) price comes at about $400 (RM 1652).

5. Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016)

The new phone on Galaxy A series also joins our list is A8 (2016). This device runs on an Exynos 7420 Octa processor and Android Marshmallow. There is 3GB RAM paired with either 32GB or 64GB of internal storage. If you love photography, A8 (2016) won’t let you down with an 8MP selfie shooter and a 16MP main camera. The other Samsung Galaxy A8 specs include a 5.7-inch Super AMOLED Full HD display and a 3300mAh battery capacity. Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) price will be about $580 (RM. 2396).

Latest 3GB RAM Samsung phones: octa-core CPU, 256GB storage!

So what do you think about these latest 3GB RAM Samsung phones? Most of them are budget-friendly right? Which one do you prefer and why? Share with us your thoughts and we’ll discuss more!

Although smartphones and laptops are tough rivals, many people still prefer tablets. Here is a tablet comparison to show you why having a tablet is still a good idea.

Tablet comparison: versatile devices

First of all, tablets can also play the role of backup devices. Have you imagined how it would be if one day both your laptop and smartphone are out of work at the same time while you have a bunch of work to be finished? It can’t be denied that having a tablet as an alternative is the best in this case. Because tablet is a hybrid between laptops and smartphones, it can do pretty much everything a laptop as well as a smartphone does. The only downside is that it cannot make phone calls and run some specific programs. It is also capable of replacing other electronic devices such as radios, alarm clocks, recorders or cameras.

Secondly, tablets are portable devices. They are either as bulky as laptops, or as fragile as smartphones. Although smartphone makers now tend to extend the display size to that of a small tablet, you still want to have a device that can last for more than a day rather than hours like smartphones. Moreover, there are tablets that are capable of being dismantled from a physical keyboard and vice versa. As a result, in case you need to go somewhere, it will be much lighter bringing a tablet than a laptop.

Last but not least, tablets can turn into some personal projectors. Therefore you don’t need to buy many accessories thanks to tablets. For example, there is an app named Remote Mouse that can “transform” your tablet into a mouse or a keyboard for PC. Besides, tablets can also be a retro games console, a media server, a digital picture frame and so on.

Tablets comparison: an amazing hybrid!

We cannot deny that smartphones are the biggest seller in mobile devices industry. However, tablets bring you the best of both worlds from smartphones and laptops. It is still a good idea to have a tablet around. Do you agree? Let’s follow our page and share with us your opinion.

Since the beginning of this year, Nokia comeback to the smartphone market has been reported and anticipated more than anything else. This draws attention and excitement from both fans and non-fans of this grand manufacturer. So, what to expect from this huge event of Nokia?

Nokia comeback: Nokia smartphones running Android

It is projected that Nokia will release at least three Android phones before the close of 2016. It could be just two for 2016, however, as the third will depend on how well testing goes. This later phone could debut within Q1 2017. Of the three phones coming, two have been speculated to be featured with high-end specs and performance. According to Phonearena, design of Nokia C1 has leaked housing a 5.5-inch screen. And also on the same page, Nokia P1 has press render coming with 5.3-inch. Both smartphones are powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor.

In this plotting to return, two Nokia smartphones set to run Google’s Android 7.0 Nougat software. This provides features such as split-screen mode, enhanced notifications and improved gaming. According to some sources, fingerprint scanners and advancement in their camera will be notable characteristics. Sensors on these two smartphones is believed to be the most sensitive ever and will be based on Nokia’s extensive research. The 2 Nokia smartphones will have premium metal designs complete with IP68 certification, which means their level of water resistant will be as good as the Galaxy S7.

The Twitter post (Source) received positive reactions from Nokia fans around the worlds. That being said, Nokia will make an official return at the end of this year. And we should be expecting their first Nokia smartphones to be announced either late 2016 or early 2017. Nokia C1 and Nokia P1 are believed to be well worth waiting for.

Nokia comeback: challenges awaiting

Since the comeback of Nokia has been leaked, it brings a wave of excitement and eager anticipation from tech-addicts all over the world. The company has been absent from the market for the past two years, and many challenges are waiting for Nokia ahead. But, whatever the future will be, we are all looking forward to Nokia glorious return.

Cheap mobile phones are among the concerns of many people. There are many of them in the market. So, which to choose? We give you 5 options below for this October. Let’s check them out!

1. Xiaomi Redmi Note 4

The first device in our list of cheap mobile phones is Xiaomi Redmi Note 4. This is the budget flagship from Xiaomi. In terms of Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 specs, it comes with 2 versions: 2/3GB RAM paired with 16/64GB expandable ROM (+256GB). The heart of the device is a 2.1Ghz deca-core MediaTek MT6797 Helio X20 processor. It uses Android 6.0 Marshmallow OS.

For photography, Redmi Note 4 won’t let you down. The company added a 5MP front-facing camera and a 13MP primary shooter with f/2.0, autofocus, and dual LED flash. It has a 5.5-inch screen with the resolution of 1080 x 1920 px (Full HD). The handset is backed up with a 4100mAh battery capacity. Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 price is $135 ~ RM. 559 (2GB) and $180 ~ RM. 746 (3GB).

If you’ve decided to take advantage of the iPhone 6s’ price cut, or maybe just want to learn more about this high-end handset, we are here to help you. Let’s go through 5 tips and tricks of Iphone 6s together!

Iphone 6s tips: Adjust 3D touch sensitivity

3D touch is an obviously outstanding feature on the iPhone 6s. It would be a mistake if 6s users do not make us of that feature. However, if you’re finding it too easy or too hard to activate, you will need to adjust it. Navigating to Settings => Generals => Accessibility and then 3D Touch sensitivity will allow you to change how hard you need to press the screen before your iPhone registers a 3D Touch.

Iphone 6s tips: Take a super fast selfie

Selfie has become an indispensable part in our daily life. In response, Apple has made it quicker and easier to take your own with the iPhone 6s. Thanks to 3D Touch functionality, things get simpler. To take a quick selfie without leaving your home screen, firmly push the Camera icon. You’ll be presented with a set of options. Click selfie and the phone will switch to the front-facing camera.

Iphone 6s tips: Peek and push

Ever wanted to check something, and then quickly return to what you were looking at before? iPhone 6s allows you to “peek” at content without fully opening it. For instance, if a friend sends you a web link, you can firm-press on it to bring up a card preview of the page, and then choose Open link, add to Reading List or Copy. The best thing about 3D Touch is its ability to let you peek at other apps without leaving the one you’re in. 

Iphone 6s tips: Bring photos to lives

Apple included nine new live wallpapers with the iPhone 6s, however, you can create your own live wallpaper. Live Photos, a new function that records a snippet of video before and after you take a picture. Just take any Live Photo from your camera, tap the share button, then select “Set as wallpaper”. To watch your live wallpaper move from the lock screen, just firm-press on the display.

Iphone 6s tips: Shoot in 4K

The iPhone 6s is capable of shooting 4K video, but it doesn’t do so by default. If you want to record clips in 4K, you’ll need to go to Settings then scroll down to Photo and Videos. Under the Camera heading, select Record Video, then make sure 4K at 30fps is ticked. However 4K video is going to take up more storage space than Live Photos. If 4K videos aren’t necessary to you, simply return to the menu and select a different setting.

Those are 5 noticeable Iphone 6s tips that we believe would help you enormously. We hope that you find them helpful. And, don’t forget to follow our page for further informative news.

Huawei P9 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy On7: the battle between two 3GB RAM devices of Huawei and Samsung. Which one of these two 13MP camera phones is the winner? Let’s find out!

Huawei P9 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy On7: 13MP camera phones

Before starting the battle, we will choose the 3GB RAM version of Huawei P9 Lite. This phone comes in two variants: 2GB and 3GB RAM. Let’s come to the processors of P9 Lite and Galaxy On7 first. The P9 Lite is powered by an octa-core (4×2.0 GHz + 4×1.7 GHz) Kirin 650 processor with 3781 Geekbench multi-core scores. On the other hand, Galaxy On7 2016 version is stronger with a 2.0Ghz octa-core SND 625 processor with 4751 multi-core scores, also on Geekbench. Both phones pack 3GB of RAM.

About cameras, the lite version of Huawei P9 is equipped with a f/2.0 8MP selfie snapper and a 13MP main camera with autofocus, LED flash, and f/2.0. 2016 Samsung Galaxy On7 cameras also come with the same resolutions – 8MP and 13MP. However, these cams have smaller apertures – f/1.9. This means that On7 2016 will give you better and brighter photos in low light condition. These shooters also have autofocus and LED features.

The new Samsung device continues to beat its competitor with better Android 6.0.1 OS, a bigger 3300mAh battery life, and larger 32GB of expandable storage (+maximum 256GB)  . These features on the phone from Huawei are Android 6.0 Marshmallow, 3000mAh capacity, and 16GB of ROM which can be expanded by up to 256GB via a microSD card. Samsung new handset has a 5.5-inch FHD display while P9 Lite has a 5.2-inch Full HD one.

Huawei P9 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy On7: price battle

On the specs Huawei P9 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy On7 battle, On7 surpasses Huawei device in almost every round. 2016 Samsung Galaxy On7 specs are better than Huawei P9 Lite specs with a stronger chipset, larger ROM, bigger battery capacity. Can it keep being the winner in the price battle? Huawei P9 Lite price is about $314 . Meanwhile, Samsung Galaxy On7 price is lower with $240. So, the champion of this battle is Samsung Galaxy On7 2016.