Author: chris eilers

The product we are talking about in this post is a new Lenovo phone named Lenovo Vibe P1. It appeared on the internet once in July if you remember and now, everything seems to be officially when we’ve got more Lenovo Vibe P1 specs and even price. 

This news has been leaked lately through a product list of a retail store. Accordingly, there are some Lenovo Vibe P1 specs shown in the list, but the most impressive thing is its battery. Specifically, Lenovo Vibe P1 is noted to have a huge 5,000mAh cell. If this plus the aforementioned details turn out to be true, Lenovo Vibe P1 can become a strong competitor in the sale race at the end of the year.

For a general view of what Lenovo Vibe P1 is capable of, we would like to summarize a bit. Vibe P1 has been said to sport a 5.5-inch Full HD screen, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 1.5GHz chip paired with 3GB RAM and 16GB of expandable storage. As for the camera, Lenovo Vibe P1 will feature a 13MP rear and a 5MP front-facing snapper. Other specs are connectivity of 2G, 3G, and 4G LTE, fingerprint scanner, dual SIM, and Android 5.1 Lollipop OS.

Though, we still have not heard anything about the Lenovo Vibe P1 launch date, which made us predict that perhaps they would want to officially introduce it at IFA 2015. That can be a good idea but we also wonder if it is good enough for Lenovo to impress phone consumers in general and people at the IFA in particular.

Apart from the 5,000mAh battery, the leak revealed that Lenovo Vibe P1 price is likely to be set at around RM1,300. Do you think it is a reasonable cost for the new Lenovo smartphone? Since Lenovo is usually known as one of the manufacturers producing affordable handsets with pretty good packages of features, so let’s see what they will bring us this time.

(Source: androidheadlines)

The question is why Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 can be such a hot device on the market at the moment. 

The answers are that…

1. The price is so attractive.

That’s reasonable! Most people care about the price first when it comes to buying a new smartphone. Though it has not arrived in Malaysia yet, we know Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 price in Malaysia will just be around RM530 (since the Chinese price is 799 Yuan). Of course if such a price comes with no special specs inside, we will not come up with this post 😀 . And that somehow leads us to the next reasons.

2. Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 owns the best MediaTek chip.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 is powered by Helio X10 chip, which is considered as the strongest now in the MediaTek family. Before Redmi Note 2, we just can find it in flagships like Meizu MX5, HTC One E9 and HTC One M9+.

Besides, it sports 2GB RAM, 16GB ROM, a 3,060mAh battery and a 5.5” Full HD IPS screen. In addition, there is a combo of 13MP rear and 5MP front camera coming from Omivision brand.

3. Despite the low price, Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 still can bring beautiful photos.

Xiaomi claims that its focus speed is 0.1s and Redmi Note 2 can take good pictures in low light condition. They can be proved through the pics taken and posted on the internet by some Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 users. Let’s have a look:

(Source: gizchina)

4. Xiaomi MIUI 7 is the newest Xiaomi OS, which will bring you great experience with your Xiaomi Redmi Note 2.

Specifically, it is built with Android 5.1 Lollipop, offering many new cool features such as face detection mode, a lot of new themes including the pink ‘Goddess’ one, Mi Roaming, videos for contacts, etc. For more information about them, please CLICK HERE.

Conclusion:

Those are the main reasons why you should choose Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 to be your next buddy. With the good price, good specs, and good update, Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 deserves to be a “smartphone killer” in its own kind.

Do you agree with the above points? If not, tell is yous opinions 😉 ! We would like to listen to them!

UPDATED NEWS: QiKU says hello to the mobile world by launching 3 QiKU smartphones!

Lately, QiKU has held a launch in China to introduce their new product, or PRODUCTS to be more correct. More than what we expected, QiKU released up to 3 smartphones called QiKU Prime, QiKU Flagship and QiKU Youth.

Firstly, QiKU Prime is announced to sport a 6-inch QHD display and the powerful 4GB RAM. Other QiKU Prime specs are also pretty impressive. They are 64GB ROM, Snapdragon 810 64-bit octa-core chip, a rear fingerprint scanner, a 3,700mAh battery with fast charging and an ES9018K2M audio decoder. Sound great yet?

The best part of the phone can be its camera combo. It consists of TWO 13MP Sony IMX278 f/1.8 cameras on the back and ONE 8MP front shooter with 80-degree wide angle lens. Besides, for those who are worried about the SD810’s heating issue, you may feel relaxed a bit when knowing that QiKU Prime boasts a special cooling system to make everything not too hot.

Secondly, we have QiKU Flagship. It has a similar 6-inch screen but with FHD resolution, 3GB RAM, 16GB ROM and a Snapdragon 808 64-bit hexa-core chipset. The camera package is the same as in the QiKU Prime, so that you will still get the same interesting experience. Other QiKU Flagship specs also remain.

Last but not least, it is QiKU Youth, featuring a 5.5-inch FHD display, 3GB RAM, 16GB ROM, and a MediaTek MT6753 64-bit octa-core processor. We can easily see that from QiKU Prime to QiKU Youth, there are significant differences we need to note, especially the cameras. Just one 13MP snapper stays on the rear along with an 8MP secondary cam. Anyhow, you will have beautiful selfies no matter which device you choose.

In terms of cost, QiKU Prime price is set at 3,599 Yuan ($561 or RM2,376), QiKU Flagship price is 1,999 Yuan ($312 or RM1,320) and QiKU Youth price is 1,199 Yuan ($187 or RM792). In general, it seems like QiKU wants to enter every corner of the smartphone market since they released all kinds of price tags from the most premium to the most affordable. Consumers will have various options according to their needs and budgets.

So, what do you think about these new comers? Tell us!

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QiKU, a strange name appearing here on Price Pony for the very first time, is a new smartphone company which is taking its initial steps into the mobile market. Additionally, the product it will bring us is said to be so interesting and impressive that we cannot forget. 

According to some news sources, QiKU is in the process of preparing their first ever Android smartphone aimed at the Chinese market. If they can do good at their homeland, it is likely that they can expand the business more to other international markets.

Looking at some leaked pictures of the new QiKU handset below, we notice immediately that the whole phone will come with an all-alloy design. Furthermore, the things that attract us most are the dual lens system, the fingerprint scanner (scanning your fingerprints) and the Iris scanner (scanning your eyes).

Also reportedly, the smartphone we are seeing will be the QiKU’s flagship to attack the mobile industry, sporting a Snapdragon 808 64-bit hexa-core chip, a 5.5″ FHD screen, 3GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage. Anyhow, at this time we have no confirmation for other QiKU specs but things will be updated soon!

To recap, we are glad to welcome the new smartphone from the new manufacturer QiKU. Hope that they will find a good way to stay in phone buyers’ minds and hearts!

Oukitel is a Chinese smartphone company known for its super affordable products. However, we guess maybe they are trying to find a way to stand out since lately there has been news saying that one of their phones – the OUKITEL U7, will be sold with just $49.99 (RM212 for the OUKITEL U7 price in Malaysia).

If Oukitel U7 is really coming with such a price and also with a good package of features compared to the cost, we think that Oukitel has just created a new limit for other Chinese phone manufacturers. But, of course, before go to a conclusion, we have to look at all the aspects first.

Spec-wise, Oukitel U7 is a 5.5-inch phablet with qHD resolution (960 x 540 pixels). The whole machine is run by a MT6582 quad-core 1.3GHz processor, a 2,000mAh battery, 1GB RAM and 8GB of storage (expandable up to 32GB) to be basic. The camera combo includes an 8MP rear and a 2MP front shooter. Overall, with the price tag of about $50, Oukitel U7 specs seem decent.

Anyhow, there is one note you should write down. The $49.99 OUKITEL U7 will only be offered during its first flash sale. Nonetheless, we still have not received the info related to the time and place of the flash sale. We keep updating when possible.

In conclusion, OUKITEL U7 looks good in terms of specs, design, and prices. Therefore, it can be a great choice for those who are finding a budget device for themselves or their children. RM212 for a smartphone like Oukitel U7, that is not a bad idea at all! Don’t you think?

If you know another handset even better than this one, share with us 😉 !

(Source: gizmochina)

Panasonic has just introduced a special device to the mobile market called Panasonic Eluga Switch. Special because it is designed to be reversible, which means you can talk on the phone even when the machine is held upside down. Amazing!

Spec-wise, Panasonic Eluga Switch is equipped with a 5.5″ FHD screen, Asahi Dragon Trail Glass and Oleophobic Coating to make it scratch-free. The whole handset is powered by a Snapdragon 615 octa-core chip paired with 2GB RAM and 32GB of non-expandable storage. Besides, it runs on Android 5.0 Lollipop OS and supports 4G LTE. Moreover, the phone’s got 2 key selling points that will totally make you feel interested in.

Firstly, Panasonic Eluga Switch is very flexible since you speak on the phone even when the phone is upside down. According to Mr. Pankaj Rana, Business Head, Mobility Division, Panasonic India, “the Eluga Switch does exactly what it was imagined to do, offer two vertical screen orientations in one handheld device. A user can effortlessly ‘switch’ between an upright and inverted smartphone. The Switch is the epitome of consumer preferences, designed by keeping into consideration extensive customer feedback and expert technology.”

Secondly, this product features JBL-powered 1.2W dual front speakers with Hi-Fi Sound and 3D audio. On the other hand, the device is also shipped with JBL headsets, too. The company is sure that Panasonic Eluga Switch will bring users excellent tonal quality, rich bass and a natural sound.

For a general view of the Panasonic Eluga Switch specs, please have a look at the following summary:

Panasonic Eluga Switch Specs:

• Display: 5.5-inch Full HD IPS OGS with Asahi Dragon Trail Glass protection
• Processor: 1.5 GHz octa-core Snapdragon 615 with Adreno 405 GPU
• RAM: 2 GB
• ROM: 32 GB
• OS: Android 5.0 (Lollipop) with Reversible UI
• Rear camera: 13 MP with LED Flash, 1080p video recording
• Front camera: 8 MP with 84-degree wide-angle lens
• Dimensions: 152.7 × 75.14 × 7.4 mm
• Weight: 141 g
• Battery: 2910 mAh

In terms of price, this unique smartphone has just been announced to be available in India with Gun Metal Grey color variant. No words have been made for its availability in other markets yet. However, if it comes here, we predict that the Panasonic Eluga Switch price in Malaysia can be around  RM1,260 and there will be a premium JBL headset in the box.

Well, what do you feel about this new Panasonic product? Do you think that a reversible smartphone is useful? Share with us your opinions!

Some years ago, we saw the appearance of dual-core phones with expensive prices. However, some years later, we have octa-core chip that is much powerful than the dual-core one but with cheaper prices. That is thanks to the strong development of technology, especially in mobile industry. So, in this post, we would like to list down 4 best devices coming with the octa-core processor and costing no more than RM750.

1. Huawei Honor 4C

2. Lenovo A7000

3. Alcatel Onetouch Flash Plus

4. Meizu M2 Note

Well, after scanning through those 4 spectacular affordable octa-core smartphones, which one do you feel most interested in? Will it be your choice now or in the future? Share with us your think 🙂 !

It has been days since Huawei Honor 7i launch but the heat still continues. We cannot deny that this time Huawei seems to succeed in making people pay attention to their new product despite not marketing it as a flagship smartphone or a premium one. So, maybe it has to thank the 13MP unique flipping camera on the back!

And now, we would like to show you some beautiful Huawei Honor 7i hands-on pictures, and please don’t drop your jaw 🙂 I’m kidding!

(Source: gizmochina)

Onetouch Alcatel Flash Plus seems to be both similar and strange to Malaysians. But, it is coming here with great things we cannot ignore. 

Specifically, Onetouch Alcatel Flash Plus is a selfie-centric smartphone since it has a wide angle f/2.4 8MP front-facing shooter. As a result, you can take as many beautiful selfies as you like. Meanwhile, the rear camera is quite normal when capable of only 13 megapixels. Though, that is still a good combo, right?!

Besides the snappers, we notice that there are a 64-bit octa-core 1.5GHz paired with 2GB RAM and 16GB of expandable storage (up to 32GB). The whole phone is powered by a 3,500mAh battery. As for the design, the handset is very slim at 7.9mm together with a 5.5-inch HD IPS display.

For a general view of Onetouch Alcatel Flash Plus specs, let’s check out the table below:

In comparison with its predecessor Alcatel OneTouch Flash, the Plus version seems to be a better upgraded one thanks to the 8MP selfie cam, faster processor, bigger RAM and a bit larger battery. Furthermore, OneTouch Alcatel Flash Plus price in Malaysia will make you excited as if you pre-order this device on Lazada Malaysia from August 25 to September 7, 2015, you just need to pay RM499. In case of deciding to purchase one after Sep 7, 2015, Alcatel Onetouch Flash Plus price will be RM549. So, do not miss this chance to get such a gorgeous selfie-centric phone.

Now, let’s look at some live images of the Onetouch Alcatel Flash Plus launch:

(Source: techz.vn)

Equipped with high-end specs like many flagship phones and a super affordable price, Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 has really been successful in impressing consumers these days.  

Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 is the newest model of Xiaomi launched this month. Though it is not a premium smartphone Meizu MX5 or OnePlus 2, Redmi Note 2 is still highly evaluated and considered as a mid-rang flagship of the mobile phone market now.

This happens because Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 specs include so many top features but just go with $125 (about RM531 for Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 price in Malaysia) in the USA and China. This is also the reason why Redmi Note 2 has not been announced officially here in Malaysia but lots of people still look for it at retail stores.

In terms of design, Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 owns a plastic cover which is usually seen in many mid-range devices. However, the Note 2’s slim body and big display make it hard for many buyers to believe that it can have such a price.

As for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 specs, we assume that there is hardly any machine costing around $125 that can defeat it. Specifically, Note 2 sports a 5.5-inch Full HD screen, a Mediatek Helio X10 octa-core 2.0 GHz chip, 2GB RAM and 16GB ROM. Other specs are a 13MP rear, a 5MP front camera, MIUI 6.6.4 OS and a 3,020mAh battery.

At the moment, there has been no words made for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 availability in Malaysia as well as other international markets. Yet, we are able to bring you all the best shots of Redmi Note 2 when it is unboxed. Check out the following detailed pictures of this model:  

(Source: techz.vn)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 Unboxing:

In early August, ASUS unveiled a new variant for their ASUS Zenfone 2 collection. It is called ASUS ZenFone 2 Deluxe and along with it, there are also two more devices introduced at the same time: ASUS ZenFone 2 Laser and ASUS ZenFone Selfie.

As we wrote in a previous article, ASUS ZenFone 2 Deluxe had an impressive design and whooping 128GB ROM plus 4GB RAM. That has been drawing a lot of attention from consumers. However, maybe ASUS thought it was just not special enough, so they decided to surprise us by releasing ASUS ZenFone 2 Deluxe Special Edition with enormous 256GB ROM!

ASUS ZenFone 2 Deluxe Specs

ASUS ZenFone 2 Deluxe 256GB version can easily please users who store a large amount of files on their handset. Moreover, 256GB ROM is a new spec on handset, thus making ASUS the first brand to integrate such a high storage. With 4GB RAM always ready & a quad-core Intel Atom Z3580 2.5GHz processor, this device could always run as fast as you want.

For other specs, ASUS ZenFone 2 Deluxe Special Edition camera is a 13MP sensor with 5MP front snapper.

13MP for your photo shooting experience on this Asus Zenfone 2 Deluxe 256Gb version

& 5MP for your selfies

ASUS ZenFone 2 Deluxe Special Edition battery is a non-removable 3,000mAh one, so this should be enough for a full day use.

In conclusion, we do not know when ASUS ZenFone 2 Deluxe 256GB version will hit Malaysian market, yet when it does, other smartphones should watch out!

Reports have been sent all the way from China to update about how the Lenovo ZUK Z1 was doing on their second open sales. The event just happened freshly back in their hometown China this morning. With over 2 millions reservation orders, the company launched 400,000 units for sell (30,000 via Jingdong store and 10,000 via the company’s official website). Amazingly, within only minutes after opening, 400,000 items of the Lenovo ZUK Z1 were totally out of stock. WOW!

=> Interested users have to wait again until September 1 for the ZUK Z1 to be restocked.

So, what does the ZUK Z1 have to offer that gained it such impressive sale figures?

ZUK is a very fresh and green brand in the smartphone market, backed by one of the biggest giants – Lenovo. The ZUK Z1 design features a metal and glass frame and latest USB Type-C support to meet public’s demands.

In terms of ZUK Z1 specs, the device comes with a combination of rather very high-end and appealing features. ZUK Z1 sports a strong 3GB of RAM with a generous 4,100 mAH to support maximum hours of use. The Lenovo ZUK Z1 camera sensors are very trendy also, with 13MP and 8MP for rear and front shooters respectively.

Lenovo ZUK Z1 specs

ZUK Z1 price and availability

The Lenovo ZUK Z1 is currently on sale with a price tag of 1799 Yuan in China. This means the ZUK Z1 price in Malaysia is around RM 1192 or slightly higher when arrive because of tax and VAT.

For now, we do not know when the ZUK Z1 will be available in Malaysia market yet. But as the device is doing such a great business, we hope the company will launch it for Asian and international markets soon, hopefully at the end of 2015.

Most people nowadays want to see a beautiful and strong device with an affordable price. But, is it just too good to be true?

It can be hard, but all you need to do is to consider smartphones that are likely to meet your demands in some specific fields. To illustrate what we mean, now let’s have a look at 2 handsets famous in their kind. IT’S ALL ABOUT THE BATTERY CAPACITY.

ASUS ZenFone Max vs Gionee Marathon M5

Gionee Marathon M5 launch occurred in June, 2015. Right after Gionee Marathon M5 specs are confirmed officially, it has become more well-known due to its powerful 6,020mAh battery. Moreover, Gionee can last for 30 hours with heavy usage. Awesome!

Though, ASUS ZenFone Max is also not weak at all. It sports an up to 5,000mAh battery, considered as one of the best in ASUS family. Hopefully this will be released on our market at the end of this year, so those who love big batt will have more options.

Below is a spec table for you to get some general ideas of what Gionee M5 and ASUS ZenFone MAX are capable of:

In conclusion, we think the features of the 2 handsets are not very different, excepting for the cell capacity. Then, think carefully and be consistent with your choice since we predict that ASUS ZenFone Max and Gionee Marathon M5 will be on sale here this year. If so, what do you think about ASUS ZenFone Max and Gioneer Marathon M5 price in Malaysia?  Share with us your opinions.