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ASUS’s new ROG Phone wants you to forget all about the Razer Phone

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Present at Computex 2018 in Taiwan, ASUS today unveiled its own take on the Razer Phone. The gaming smartphone category is becoming more prominent, as the ranks of mobile gamers continue to increase exponentially. So in order to cater to this particular niche, ASUS announced the ROG Phone.

Featuring the unmistakable Republic of Gamers branding, the phone is the first to feature a 3D vapor-chamber cooling system designed to keep the hardware inside from overheating. Together with a large copper heat spreader and vents at the back, it ensures the phone is kept cool even as you’re blasting Fortnite.

The hardware in questions is a “speed-binned” Snapdragon 845, backed-up by 8GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. The processor’s clock speed has been pushed to 2.96GHz, compared to the normal 2.8GHz. On top of that, ASUS says the integrated Adreno 630 GPU has been gaming-optimized.

The smartphone also has a 6-inch 18:9 display with 2,160 x 1,080 HDR display with 90Hz refresh rate and response time of 1ms (on paper). It’s not the 120Hz of the Razer Phone, but you’re getting an AMOLED display instead of LCD.

There’s also a dual-camera setup on the back consisting of a regular 12-megapixel sensor and a wide-angle 8-megapixel rear camera. On the front, ASUS is offering an 8-megapixel selfie camera. Other specs include front-facing stereo speakers, NFC support, 3.5mm headphone jack and customizable RGB lighting. Last but not least, a 4,000 mAh battery keeps the lights on.

A phone truly optimized for gaming

To make the new product truly special in the eyes of gamers, the company has added a bunch of unique features. For example, the company has included three AirTrigger ultrasonic touch sensors. These act as bumper buttons on top of the phone when it is held in landscape mode for gaming.

What’s more, ASUS has installed so-called stereo force-feedback haptics which deliver different vibrations for left of right impacts, thus further helping with the immersive gaming experience.

But wait there’s more! The phone features a side-mounted USB Type-C for an optional WiGig gaming dock. You get a standard USB Type-C port at the bottom like in normal phones, as well.

To go with the new ROG Phone, Asus is also offering some cool peripherals. For starters, there’s the AeroActive Cooler that can be attached to the phone via the WiGig proprietary port on the side. This accessory will be included in the box with the phone.

What’s more, there’s the clamshell-type TwinView Dock which facilitates a dual-screen handheld mode. The clamshell houses an extra 6,000 mAh battery, to ensure you don’t run out of battery in the heat of battle.

A Mobile Desktop Dock resembling Samsung’s DeX station will allow users to use the phone for a desktop-like experience. While the additional 6,000 mAh battery will ensure you won’t run out of juice in the heat of battle.

A WiGig Dock to wirelessly cast your gaming sessions to a big screen and a GameVice controller will also be offered.

When to expect it?

ASUS revealed the ROG Phone will hit the market sometime in Q3, 2018. What about pricing? The company hasn’t shared that information just yet, but we don’t expect it to be cheap. If you remember the Razer Phone launched with a price tag of $699.

Nokia 8 users get new Pro Camera mode via global update

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Own a Nokia 8? Then you might want to check it for new updates. HMD recently announced it has started rolling a new update for the Nokia 8 which brings a Pro Camera mode.

The new mode will allow users to control the individual elements of the camera and thus, take better pictures.  Once the update is installed, you will be given manual control over things like focus, white balance, ISO, shutter speed and more.

Perhaps the coolest aspect of the new update, which weighs about 600MB, is that it allows you to view what your finished photo will look like in real-time on the screen.

The Pro Camera mode was on the most popular features of the camera app of the Lumia phones. And now we’re seeing it brought to Nokia’s Android crew, as well.

New Nokia 8 update is aimed at advanced photographers

The new update will be available across the globe. HMD is currently rolling out the update on a country-by-country basis, so don’t worry if it hasn’t reached you yet.

Here’s the complete list of countries getting the Pro Camera mode:  Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Cambodia, Denmark, Finland, Georgia, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Kazakhstan, Laos, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Netherlands (Not VF), Norway, Peru, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Thailand, Ukraine and Vietnam.

As a quick refresh, the Nokia 8 takes advantage of a 5.3-inch IPS LCD display with 2560 x 1440 resolution. The phone is a proper 2017 flagship bundling a Snapdragon 835 processor and up to 6GB of RAM + 128GB of storage.

One of its biggest highlights is the dual 13-megapixel camera with phase detection & laser autofocus, Zeiss optics and OIS. Made from a single block of aluminum, the Nokia 8 originally launched with Android 7.1.1 Nougat. Since then, HMD has released the Android 8.1 Oreo update.

And with the new update on board, the Nokia 8 just got a lot better.

Silk White OnePlus 6 will be available on June 5

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The OnePlus 6 has been available for purchase for a few weeks now. But so far customers could only get either the Mirror Black model or the Midnight Black one.

Well if you don’t fancy these options, then you’ll be interested to know that a third version will soon go on sale. The beautiful Silk White model is due to launch on June 5 with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage on board. It’s a limited edition, so if you want one you’re advised to act quickly when the day comes.

The Silk White OnePlus 6 will go on sale for $579.00

The Silk White OnePlus 6 is definitely the most intriguing version of the new flagship and comes with a glass back that includes crushed pear. This gives the rear a matte finish that doesn’t really resemble glass. When light hits it the right way, it shows off a subtle blue, pearl-like color.

For an even more luxurious feel, the OnePlus 6 has a light rose gold accents, from its metal frame and logo to its fingerprint reader located on the back.

Beyond the aesthetics, everything else is pretty much the same. The limited edition also ships with a 6.28-inch Optic AMOLED display with 19:9 aspect ratio and a notch. There’s also a Snapdragon 845 processor and a 3,300 mAh battery under the hood.

Customers purchasing the Silk White OnePlus 6 will also be able to take advantage of the phone’s dual 16-megapixel+20-megapixel rear camera. Out of the box, it runs the proprietary Oxygen OS that’s based on Android 8.1 Oreo.

So if you have been holding off the purchase of the OnePlus 6 in anticipation of the Silk White model, tomorrow you’re going to be able to place your order.

Or, if you don’t think you need all that RAM and storage, you can opt for the 6GB of RAM + 64GB of storage model in Mirror Black. It’s available for $529.00 and ships immediately.

Get the Silk White OnePlus 6

What’s your favorite game ever played on a phone? (Question of the Week)

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With myriad games to choose from on Android and iOS, chances are you’ve played your fair share of titles. Surely you’ve hopped on the hot game of the moment and tried out Doodle Jump, Flappy Bird, Draw Something, Candy Crush Saga, or Pokemon Go. What about favorite game?

Tell us and Win!

Thinking back over the years, what have been your favorites to play? Now, trim that list to just one game. Which title rises to the very top? What game is that you simply cannot live without? What is your favorite game for Android or iPhone?

Share your opinion and win a $25 Google Play Gift Card!

Leave us a comment below with your favorite mobile game of all time. Let us know what your all-time classic is and you’ll be entered in a drawing. If your name is drawn, you’ll win a $25 Google Play Gift Card. Use it to buy apps, games, movies, eBooks, or music — you decide!

Comments entered before saturday, June 9 (11:59PM PST) will be counted. As long as you’re on point and stick to the topic, we’ll consider you for the drawing!

Saturday Savings: Tech and Gear on sale this weekend

Andrew Myrick
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Another weekend means even more sales and discounts for you to take advantage of. Saturday Savings is a weekly roundup of some of the best deals on tech that you can find.

This week, we are showcasing the brand-new Moto G6, along with some steep savings on the Google Pixelbook. On the accessory side of things, there are some great deals on Bluetooth speakers, headphones, and more.

Save on new tech

Moto G6 Unlocked – $249.99 $234.99

Back in April, Motorola finally announced its latest slew of handsets, with the Moto G6 at the helm. Earlier this week, the company confirmed that the standard Moto G6 would be added to the Prime Exclusive lineup.

The handset features a 5.7-inch FHD display with the Snapdragon 450 SoC and up to 4GB of RAM. Additionally, there is a dual-camera system and a respectable 3,000mAh battery.

For a limited time, you can save a few bucks on the G6 and get the device for just $234.99. This handset is unlocked, meaning you can take it to Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile for use.

Buy the Moto G6!

Save on Accessories

JBL Flip 3 Bluetooth Speaker – $99.95 $59.99

It’s just about summertime, which means cookouts, pool parties and spending as much time as possible outside. For these various occasions, you will want to make sure that the party is rocking with your favorite tunes.

JBL is one of the most trusted brands in speakers and music, and the Flip 3 speaker is now on sale. For a limited time, you can pick up the JBL Flip 3 for just $59.99, down from the retail price of $99.95.

Buy the JBL Flip 3!

 

How to unlock Samsung Galaxy S9 – Everything you need to know (Promoted)

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You are here on this page because you were searching about how to sim unlock Samsung Galaxy S9, right? Thankfully, you’ve come to the exact place because we have a comprehensive guide here for you that will cover everything you need to know about unlocking your Samsung Galaxy S9. Apart from the things like network you are using, your phone is brand new or used and in which corner of the world you live, here you will be able to find everything that will help you unlock your galaxy s9 to use it with different carriers.

Reasons behind unlocking your Samsung Galaxy S9

Circumstances are not always in our favor. Often times we need to move a new territory due to a lot of different reasons and chances are always higher that a current provider doesn’t have good network coverage in the new area and you may need to shift another carrier.

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Possibly, you will need a new SIM card right after quitting your current job as your boss was paying your mobile bill.

Or most importantly, you have come to know about a fantastic deal with another services provider that vigor you to move from current carrier.

According to the all above mentioned reasons, you will definitely need to unlock your Samsung Galaxy S9 as it may not support a new carrier to provide you best possible services that you really want. Luckily, according to the recent law in the United States and many other countries & states around the globe, a carrier has to allow you to unlock a device that using you are without creating any difficulties.

How to SIM Unlock your Galaxy S9

Let we guide you to SIM unlock your galaxy S9 for all those carriers or network services providers that already have a SIM unlock code for you upon shifting to the network or buying a new SIM card.

You have to simply follow the below provided instructions in order to unlock samsung Galaxy S9 using code if you already have a code provided by the carrier.

Instructions to follow

  • First of all you need to dial *#06# from your dial pad to find the unique IMEI number of your Galaxy S9.
  • Tell the IMEI number to your carrier’s customer services agent to get SIM unlock code (there is no need to take the step if you already have a code).
  • Turn your device off
  • Once your Galaxy S9 has successfully been powered off, remove the SIM tray and insert the new SIM card you are about to use
  • Now turn the phone on and you will see a pop-up box asking for the SIM unlocking code
  • Enter the SIM unlock code accurately in the given place and then click the unlock button

Once the correct code entered and the device unlocked successfully, everything will happen automatically on your Samsung Galaxy S9 and it would be free to use for the chosen carrier

Sometimes the very first SIM unlock code provided by the carrier doesn’t work and you will need to request for another one to get your Galaxy S9 Unlocked. The whole process of unlocking your device for a new network will take a few moments to accomplish.

Unlock your Samsung Galaxy S9 through third party unlocking services

If you are in hurry to use your brand new Samsung Galaxy S9 with a new carrier but the carrier is not providing a free SIM unlock code, then you can unlock your Samsung Galaxy S9 through third party unlocking services by paying them some bucks in return.

According to a big number of mobile users, buying a SIM unlocking code is the simplest and quickest way to free your phone for any carrier. However, you should always buy an unlock code for your Samsung Galaxy S9 from online resources like codes2unlock. You can ask them for a fresh SIM unlock code for your new device by telling its IMEI number and then follow the process explained on the site to add code into your phone successfully.

Buyer’s Guide: Bluetooth Speakers (June 2018)

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With so many options to choose from, picking the right Bluetooth speaker might seem like a daunting challenge. Let us help steer you in the right direction. Here’s a guide to what to look for in various models.

The LG G7 ThinQ is now availabe and here’s where you can get it

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Just a few days ago, the LG V35 ThinQ was surprisingly announced. Earlier this month, the company unveiled its first 2018 flagship with the G7 ThinQ.

As is the custom nowadays, LG has been holding off on actually making the G7 ThinQ available. This is to help get pre-orders rolling and to finish up with the manufacturing process.

Luckily, the wait is over for the LG fans that have been waiting to get their hands on the G7 ThinQ. As a refresher, the G7 ThinQ features many specs you would expect from a 2018 flagship.

  • 6.1-inch QHD+ Display (3120 x 1440)
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC
  • 4GB RAM (6GB w/ G7+)
  • 64GB Storage (128GB w/G7+)
  • 8MP Front Camera
  • Dual 16MP Rear Cameras
  • 3,000mAh Battery
  • Android 8.0 Oreo

Some additional features include a dedicated Google Assistant button on the right-side of the frame. This also allows easy access to Google Lens, marking the G7 ThinQ one of the first devices to launch with this.

Where to buy

If you are interested in picking up the G7 ThinQ, here are the different carrier offerings:

T-Mobile

Pre-orders for the G7 ThinQ have been open since May 25th and it seems the pricing will stay the same. The handset will cost $30 up front, and then another $30 every month after.

This results in the retail price coming in at $750 over 24 months. Additionally, you can purchase the handset outright for $750 from T-Mobile.

Buy from T-Mobile!

Sprint

As was the case with T-Mobile, Sprint also opened pre-orders for the G7 ThinQ on May 25th. However, pricing for the G7 ThinQ is a bit more expensive from Sprint than other carriers.

Instead of offering a down payment of sorts, Sprint is requiring 18-months of $33 per month. If you want to end up owning the device instead of leasing, it will be priced at $792.

Buy from Sprint!

Verizon

Verizon and T-Mobile are keeping up with one another, and the same can be said for the G7 ThinQ. Pricing through Verizon will be $750 in total for the device, at a rate of $31.25 per month for 24 months.

Verizon is also taking off $100 off the price to help celebrate the launch of LG’s latest handset. This promotion can be combined with other trade-in deals being offered.

Buy from Verizon!

Project Fi

In a surprising move, the Google and LG have announced the G7 ThinQ will be coming to Project Fi. The handset is currently listed as “coming soon” and will be available for $31.21 per month.

If you want to purchase the G7 ThinQ outright from Project Fi, you are looking at a price of $749. Although the pricing is the same from T-Mobile and Verizon, it’s amazing to see Project Fi getting more devices in its arsenal.

Buy from Project Fi!

You may notice one major carrier missing from this list – AT&T. That is because the carrier opted to wait for the V35 ThinQ and will be offering that handset instead.

 

The Alcatel 1X with Android Go is coming to the US for $99

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It has been a few months, but you may remember that Alcatel announced a couple of new devices at MWC 2018. One such device was the Alcatel 1X, and it was confirmed to be coming to the US.

Well, the wait is finally over, as the company has announced that the Alcatel 1X will launch next week. As a refresher, the 1X is an Android Go smartphone, which is optimized to work with devices with 1GB of RAM or less.

Alcatel 1X is coming

On the spec front, the Alcatel 1X features a 5.3-inch display with an 18:9 aspect ratio. Powering the handset is a MediaTek chipset, combined with 1GB of RAM and 16GB of expandable storage.

As for the cameras, there is a standard 5MP front-facing selfie lens and an 8MP rear-mounted sensor. Both of these come with flash, along with a few extra goodies that Alcatel has included.

Battery life on the Alcatel 1X should be quite impressive with its 2,460mAh battery. This combined with Android Go could make for quite the one-two punch.

What may be even more impressive is the $99 price tag for the 1X. Of course, this won’t blow the roof off of the place, but the 1X will work just fine for most folks who don’t need bells and whistles.

The handset will officially launch next week, on June 4th, and will work with both AT&T and T-Mobile. If you want to pre-order the 1X now, you can do so via the button below!

Pre-order the Alcatel 1X!

Nokia launches a trio of sub-$250 budget handsets, including the Nokia 5.1

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If you thought that Motorola had a stranglehold on the budget market, you might want to think again. HMD Global, the company providing new Nokia-branded devices, has announced three new budget-minded devices.

These devices are successors to the Nokia 5, Nokia 3, and Nokia 2 that were all launched last year. However, you may end up being impressed by what each handset has to offer for 2018.

Nokia 5.1

Kicking us off is the most expensive new device, the Nokia 5.1. The 5.1 features a 5.5-inch HD+ display with an 18:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, the device includes a MediaTek 6755S chipset, combined with either 2GB or 3GB of RAM and up to 32GB of storage.

When it comes to the cameras, we have a wide-angle 8MP front-facing camera and a 16MP lens on the back. Also on the rear of the device is a relocated fingerprint scanner.

All of this is powered by a 3,000mAh battery which will hopefully last you throughout the day. Finally, the Nokia 5.1 is an Android One handset, and also features a 3.5mm headphone jack and USB Type-C.

Pricing for the Nokia 5.1 begins at around $220 for the 2GB/16GB model and $250 for the 3GB/32GB variant.

Nokia 3.1

Next up in this new lineup of budget devices is the Nokia 3.1. The Nokia 3 ended up selling surprisingly well, with HMD claiming it has been the “most successful model in our smartphone lineup to date”.

With this new handset, we have a 5.2-inch HD display, also with an aspect ratio of 18:9. The MediaTek 6750N chipset is at the helm with either 2GB or 3GB of RAM and up to 128GB of expandable storage.

Similar to the 5.1, the Nokia 3.1 features an 8MP wide-angle front-facing camera. Ont he rear, we have a 13MP sensor, which is an improvement over last year’s 8MP lens.

Despite being one of the most popular models, the Nokia 5.1 has a disappointing 2,990mAh battery. However, all of this can be had for around $160 for the base model or $195 for the 3GB/32GB variant.

Nokia 2.1

The final option is the one that has me excited the most with the Nokia 2.1. The handset runs Android Oreo Go, which makes life easier as Google’s own apps take up less storage.

The Nokia 2.1 features a respectable 5.5-inch HD display, along with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset. This has been combined with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of storage, which is why Android Oreo Go is so important here.

Perhaps the most impressive piece of the 2.1 is the 4,000mAh battery. This gives the company the ability to claim the device will last up to 2 days on a single charge.

Pricing for the Nokia 2.1 begins at $115 but will not be made available in every market. Instead, emerging markets will be the primary focus for this new device.

 

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