The Xiaomi unveiled its 2018 Android One devices earlier this month in Madrid. The Xiaomi Mi A2 comes with significant upgrades from last year's Xiaomi Mi A1, and the Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite offers a similar user experience at a more affordable price point.

Both devices will be sold in over 40 markets over the world over the coming months, and the Xiaomi Mi A2 set to make its debut in India on August 8. As a refresher, the Xiaomi Mi A2 features a Snapdragon 660 chipset, up to 6GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, Wi-Fi ac, Bluetooth 5.0, and a 3000mAh battery.

The cameras are of particular interest: the Xiaomi Mi A2 has a primary 12MP f/1.75 camera with 1.25um pixels mated to a secondary 20MP f/1.75 u1.0 camera that automatically kicks in during low-light scenarios. The same 20MP f/1.75 imaging module is present up front as well, and there's also a front LED module that engages when you're taking selfies at night.

Having used the Xiaomi Mi A2 for just under a week, here's my initial take on the cameras.

Daylight photos

The Xiaomi Mi A2 does a great job in daylight scenarios. Dynamic range and color reproduction are quite good, as is the level of detail. Auto HDR boosts the overall dynamic range without slowing down the device, and the only issue I've faced is a slight shutter lag.

The Xiaomi is aggressively pushing AI across its portfolio, but unlike other manufacturers, the feature is primarily focused on the front camera. The AI-assisted feature on the Xiaomi Mi A2 automatically tweaks the intensity of the beautify filter and facilitates a software-driven portrait mode. Edge detection is good, as is the level of evenness of the background blur effect.

Low-light images

You're guaranteed to get decent daylight photos even with budget phones, but it's a different matter altogether in low-light scenarios. That's where the The Xiaomi Xiaomi Mi A2 truly shines. The phone has a secondary 20MP camera that kicks in automatically in artificial or low-light conditions, and the results are clearly evident. Images come out full of detail, and the phone manages to do a great job minimizing noise.

The Xiaomi Mi A2 seamlessly switches between the two sensors based on the lighting conditions while in portrait mode, and The Xiaomi didn't state a particular threshold after which the low-light camera kicks in. Furthermore, you can manually select between the two sensors in pro mode.

The 20MP module also has 4-to-1 pixel binning to reduce noise levels in low-light shots, with the camera essentially combining information from four pixels into one to create a more detailed image. Overall, the Xiaomi Mi A2 held its own when it comes to low-light photography, and may just be the phone to beat in this area.

HMD should be very worried

The Xiaomi Mi A2 is turning out to be one of the most exciting phones of the year. The hardware is a considerable upgrade from last year, and the camera is fantastic. It'll be interesting to see how much the Xiaomi Mi A2 will end up costing in India, as the phone is going up against the Nokia 7 Plus.

Both phones have near-identical hardware, and are based on Android One. With the Nokia 7 Plus retailing for ₹25,999, there's clear incentive for The Xiaomi to debut the Xiaomi Mi A2 at around the ₹20,000 figure, which would allow it to steal market share away from HMD in this category.

With the launch just over a week away, we'll know more about the Xiaomi Mi A2 very soon. In the meantime, what do you make of the camera? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

The new OnePlus 6T comes with 6.4 inch i.e. 16.26 cm display with a resolution of 1080 x 2280 pixels and it runs on Android P. The Smartphone is powered by Octa core (2.8 GHz, Quad core, Kryo 385 + 1.8 GHz, Quad core, Kryo 385) processor paired with 8 GB of RAM. The Smartphone will come with battery of 3500 mAh. As for camera, the OnePlus 6 comes with a dual rear camera setup of comprising of a primary 16 MP camera Exmor-RS CMOS Sensor supporting a resolution of 4616 x 3464 Pixels and the front 20 MP snapper is powered by a Exmor-RS CMOS Sensor. Other sensors of OnePlus 6T include Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope. It also has  in-display fingerprint sensor fingerprint sensor. For Smooth running of High Graphic Games, OnePlus 6T has got a Adreno 630 GPU with On board storage of 128 GB.

 The Smartphone OnePlus 6T is expected to be launched at the end of this year and will likely to be same as its predecessor with little higher features and configuration. The company is doing a great job at keeping details secret for now, so there’s no word on exactly what it will bring to the market. However, we have got some leaked information about OnePlus 6T whose price range will be little higher or same.

IP rating of OnePlus 6T wishlist

Every flagship phone released in 2018 are Water and Dust resistant, except the OnePlus 6 but little rain will not effect it because it is splash proof. However it is not officially IP rated.

The new OnePlus 6T will come with IP67 or IP68 certification, which would be a first for the company. This would make the device a lot more appealing, as it would give users peace of mind in case they accidentally get it wet. 

The IP67 certification means the smartphone can be dropped into a Water up to a meter deep for half an hour, while IP68 guarantees protection in Water up to 30 meters deep for the same period of time. Both are resistant to Dust.

Wireless Charging in OnePlus 6T

The new OnePlus 6T will come with wireless charging feature as Smartphones typically have to be charged every day or so depending on use, and it’s a lot more comfortable to place it on a pad instead of plugging it in manually.

 Even lot of car manufacturers have started embracing wireless charging pads into their vehicles. I’ve also seen these charging pads in loads of
restaurants and coffee shops across Europe, which shows how popular the feature is becoming.

Large battery in OnePlus 6T

The OnePlus 6’s battery size is average at best, coming in at 3,300mAh. The Huawei P20 Pro, for example, has roughly the same footprint but manages to pack a massive 4,000mAh battery under the hood. The new OnePlus 6T will come with larger battery, and the P20 Pro is proof it can be done. OnePlus doesn’t have to go all out and opt for a 4,000mAh battery like Huawei’s
flagship, but bumping the capacity up to at least 3,500mAh is the way to go.

This would put the OnePlus 6T on par with devices like the Galaxy S9 Plus and extend the already decent battery life of the OnePlus 6.

Headphone Jack in OnePlus 6T

As most Smartphone companies, OnePlus likes to follow the latest market trends. It ditched metal for glass on the OnePlus 6 and also opted for a notch. The next step could be the removal of the headphone jack. 

The headphone jack is still an essential part of every smartphone for a lot of people — Lot of people wouldn’t buy one without it. I listen to music all the time and don’t want a pair of Bluetooth headphones because they don’t always offer the same audio quality as wired ones. 

We also don’t want to use USB Type-C headphones (or a dongle) because lot of people listen to music and charge phone at the same time.

Same color for different storage Variant

The OnePlus 6 comes in Mirror Black, Silk White, Red, and Midnight Black. The mid-tier model features 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage and can be yours in all four colors, but the other two storage variants are only available in one color option each. The OnePlus 6 with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of storage comes in Mirror Black, while the beefed-up 8GB/256GB version can be yours in Midnight Black. 

Smartphone Colors are important and can play a major role in consumers’ purchasing decisions. That’s why company will offer it in all storage variants of the OnePlus 6T to come in every color that will be available. There are a lot of consumers out there who are happy with the entry model of the OnePlus 6 but don’t like the color it comes in. They have to go for the mid-tier model to get the color they really want, which costs $50 ~ Rs.3,434 more. 

There are also some people who are willing to buy the most expensive OnePlus 6T model with 256GB of storage but instead settle with the mid-tier offering because of the color. Offering all models of OnePlus 6T in all colors would make things easier for consumers and might even slightly boost OnePlus 6T sales.

Trending Features of OnePlus 6T

Ditching Gorilla Glass 5 for the recently announced Gorilla Glass 6 would be a great idea, as that would make the device more durable. Using Corning’s Vibrant Ink Jet technology is something to consider as well, as it would allow OnePlus to make the phone stand out from
the crowd in the design department. There would also be an in-display fingerprint scanner, but only if it works just as good as the one found on the back of the OnePlus 6. 

What features of OnePlus 6T you like or what you want in OnePlus 6T let us know by posting comment down below!

Between the two, Nokia Maze Pro 2018 is the premium variant of the Nokia Maze handset. Meanwhile, Nokia Edge Max is also the upgraded version of the Nokia Edge 2018. Now, let’s start with their display! Nokia Maze Pro 2018 specs include a 5.7-inch Super OLED screen with a resolution of 1440 x 2780 pixels. Besides, Nokia Edge Max 2018 specs include a more prominent 6.2-inch Super AMOLED display with 4K resolutions. With a higher resolution display, the Nokia Edge Max wins this round!


Under the hood, Nokia Maze Pro 2018 and Nokia Edge Max are going to take power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset. As for the storage, Nokia Maze Pro 2018 sports 8GB RAM with 512GB ROM (no card slot). Meanwhile, Nokia Edge Max smartphone also offers a sizeable 8GB RAM, along with 256GB and 512GB. In terms of the operating system, both Nokia beasts run on the latest Android 8.0 Oreo. With similar hardware as well as internal storage, it’s a tight match!

How about the photography system? The Nokia Maze Pro 2018 camera features a dual 32MP + 16MP snapper on the back and a 24MP Carl Zeiss selfie lens on the front. On the other hand, Nokia Edge Max 2018 camera packs a dual 32MP main shooter with an aperture of f/1.8. Besire, there exists a single 20MP selfies snapper with an aperture of f/2.0. The Nokia Maze wins back a point thanks to the better selfie lens! Finally, the Nokia Maze Pro 2018 battery rocks a 4700mAh juice box. Additionally, the Nokia Edge Max 2018 mobile draws a 6000mAh battery cell. One final point goes to the Edge Max with greater battery capacity!

Nokia Maze Pro 2018 vs Nokia Edge Max release date and price

Both Nokia Edge Max and Nokia Maze Pro 2018 release date fall in the last quarter of this year. As for the cost, Nokia Maze Pro 2018 price is $850 ~ Rs. 56, 665. Besides, Nokia Edge Max 2018 price can start from $770 ~ Rs 49, 078. With a lower price tag, the Nokia Edge Max can be the better choice with nice RAM and battery box!

According to the latest report, 2018 seems to be a significant year for HMD Global. According to our sources, this Finnish brand is now working on their flagship Nokia 9, after the first ever Nokia handset with an 18:9 ratio, Nokia 7 Plus. Recently, we witnessed the first smartphone of the brand with a notch display: Nokia X6. In the meantime, HMD Global didn’t forget their premium flagships including Nokia Edge 2018, Nokia Vitech 2018.

However, our star of the day is Nokia Maze Max. If you remember, we already introduced you about Nokia projects on the Maze series. Previously, we have Nokia Maze 2018, with the Pro and Mini version. And today, the new member might come alongside the three siblings called Nokia Maze Max. In details, the Nokia new phone can be the next Nokia flagship to sport an 18:9 ratio screen.

For your interest, Nokia Maze Max 2018 specs sport a 6.3-inch Super AMOLED with 4K resolution. Under the hood, Nokia Maze 2018 takes power from a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset, alongside 10GB RAM and 256GB/512GB ROM (expand to 512GB). Whereas, Nokia flagship runs on Android 8.1 and 6500mAh battery. Furthermore, Nokia Maze Max 2018 camera features a dual 29MP rear snapper and a 24MP selfie shooter. Also, this Nokia monster can even come with an on-screen fingerprint scanner.

Nokia Maze Max 2018 release date and price

For now, we expect this Nokia phone to appear next quarter with its brothers. As for the Nokia Maze Max 2018 price, it might be around $699 ~ Rs. 48112. For the price tag and crazy specs, Nokia Maze Max is undoubtedly a flagship you should look forward!

The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is launching next month at Samsung Unpacked 2018. While the Android enthusiast community has been interested in the latest Samsung flagship due to its larger 4,000mAh battery and smart, Bluetooth S Pen features, the device itself seems mostly an iterative improvementover the Samsung Galaxy Note 8. Samsung needs something truly special to entice the average buyer into considering the Galaxy Note 9. According to a trusted source, it seems that Samsung is partnering with Epic Games to launch the much-awaited Fortnite Mobile for Android with the Samsung Galaxy Note 9.

This information comes from a trusted source who has been a reliable source of information in the past. According to the information he has provided us, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 launch is going to be based around Fortnite. The launch video for the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is also going to be based around Fortnite Mobile. The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is going to be the first phone to launch and have Fortnite Mobile on it. According to our source, anyone that buys the Galaxy Note 9 is also going to get some free V-Bucks, free skins, and more. V-Bucks are used to buy a battle pass and skins, dances, or gliders in the game. This will all be bundled with the phone when it launches.

Samsung’s Push for Gaming on the Galaxy Note 9

Samsung is also being said to be advertising this phone as a gaming phone. They are adding a vapor chamber heat pipe for cooling in the phone so it won’t overheat. It is also launching with 128GB of storage and 6GB of RAM as the base model. The phone is going to have either an Exynos 9810 or Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 depending on the region. Both of these system-on-chips are top of the line and should provide a smooth experience in any game and will probably be optimized for the Unreal Engine and Fortnite Mobile. You should be able to play for hours with the 4,000 mAh battery which our source was also able to confirm.

The new smart S Pen is also going to have integration into Fortnite. Our source was not able to play the game but was told that there will be S Pen integration with the new Bluetooth Smart S Pen. It will likely be used for shooting or aiming or something along those lines.

Fortnite on Android – Possible Reason Behind The Delay

The delay of Fortnite Mobile’s launch on Android could stem from this partnership between Samsung and Epic Games. Epic could be looking to work with the largest OEM in the world to launch their game so that they can advertise the game along with getting millions of possible new users. This could mean Epic Games delayed the game or spent more time optimizing it for Samsung phones so that they could get this partnership. This could also be to launch the game with a big reveal like one that you would have on the launch of a phone like the Galaxy Note 9. If this partnership wasn’t happening, Epic Games could have released the game for Android weeks if not months ago.

Our source tells us that Samsung and Epic Games are also going to try to work with the Twitch Streamer Tyler ‘Ninja’ Blevins to help launch the phone. There are talks of getting him to Samsung Unpacked 2018 to help with the announcement. We have reached out to both Epic Games and Ninja’s manager but have yet to hear back. Such a partnership would be huge for both Samsung and Ninja. Ninja is the largest and most popular Twitch streamer on the live-streaming platform. He was the first Twitch streamer to get over 200,000 paid subscribers, he has almost 10 million followers on Twitch, and 15 million YouTube subscribers. He is very well-known in the gaming community and having him endorse the smartphone would be a huge boon to the smartphone’s reputation.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is poised to be a great smartphone, especially for gamers. If we learn more about this partnership between Samsung, Epic Games, and Ninja, we’ll update this article with more information.

LineageOS is finally going to start supporting the original Pixel and Pixel XL.

There’s no set schedule for the LineageOS Pixel nightlies, but the team has approved the build.

These will be the first Google-made smartphones to get LineageOS.

If you look at the long list of devices that have LineageOS ROM builds, you’ll notice something strange: there’s no support for the Google Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, or Pixel 2 XL.

However, it looks like that is about to change, as the LineageOS team appears to have approved rolling out nightlies for the Google Pixel (aka “sailfish”) and the Google Pixel XL (aka “marlin”). Click here to check out the review history at LineageOS.org.

Although the original Pixel line will likely have LineageOS ROMs very soon, there’s still no word on the second-generation Pixel 2 line. But if the team can make LineageOS work on the original line, it stands to reason that they’d be able to make it work on the next line.

EDITOR'S PICK

Whatever happened to CyanogenMod? What is LineageOS?

Strangely, there are plenty of custom ROMs out there based on LineageOS for the Pixel line, but there hasn’t been an official one. It was only a matter of time before a bonafide version arrived.

LineageOS rose from the ashes of CyanogenMod, and is currently the most significant custom Android ROM in the custom ROM community. Using LineageOS, users can update old handsets to the most recent version of Android, as well as breathe new life into newer handsets that are lacking features or are bogged down with bloatware and ugly Android skins.

To see if you own a device that supports LineageOS, click here.

We’re not in an era where having cloud storage is a good idea. It’s efficient, doesn’t take up your internal storage, and it’s far more convenient than carrying a hard drive around everywhere. it also makes it easier to share files with other people. You can get ahead of the curve with these awesome cloud storage services and apps for Android! There are also some great free cloud storage apps here that don’t cost you anything! Prices are accurate as of the publish date, but they could change!

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Amazon Drive

Price: Free app / $12 per year / $60 per year

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Amazon Drive is a good start for anyone who uses Amazon Prime. Those with Amazon Prime will already get 5GB of free storage along with unlimited backup for photos and videos. You can upgrade to unlimited storage for about $60 per year. You can also use it if you don’t have Amazon Prime but the 5GB of storage and unlimited photo backup will run you $12/year. The app is a bit buggy at times, but it works well enough and you can access your files online anytime.

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Box

Price: Free / $5-$15 per month / Enterprise options

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Box.com is an up and comer in the cloud storage world. There are a variety of file management apps and others that have Box integration as well and that's nice. New users can sign up for personal accounts for free and get 10GB of free storage while $10/month gets you 100GB. Business prices range from $5-$15/month per user and include far more features. The app works pretty well and it puts an emphasis on simplicity and organization. Unfortunately, those who need more than 100GB may need to shop elsewhere.

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Dropbox

Price: Free / $9.99-$19.99 per month

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Everybody knows about Dropbox and there’s a good chance that some of you have this app pre-installed on your devices already. The app comes with auto-photo upload, easy sharing options, the latest Android design elements, Microsoft Office support, and the ability to send files to others. It’s a very solid option with more features than most. Individual accounts get 2GB for free with options for 1TB for $9.99 per month along with a $19.99 option that provides the same space but with more features. Business users have other options available by contacting Dropbox.

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Google Drive

Price: Free / $1.99-$99.99 per month

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Google Drive is one of the most respected and popular cloud storage apps available. Users get 15GB free out of the gate with unlimited photo and video backup via Google Photos if they so choose (with the proper quality settings). There is also an assortment of office apps available for documents, note taking, spreadsheets, and presentations. You can upgrade to 100GB ($1.99/month) or 1TB ($9.99) for fairly cheap and there is an option for 10TB as well ($99.99 per month). The office apps and cloud storage combo is a potent one and one that competitors have a hard time beating.

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MediaFire

Price: Free / $7.50-$80 per month

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MediaFire started out as a file sharing service but has become a pretty decent cloud storage service in its own right. You can upload whatever you want and the service revolves around sharing and playing with those files in the cloud. Free users get 10GB. You can get 1TB for $7.50 per month (billed annually) or 100TB for $80 per month (billed quarterly). The app is a bit antiquated and a few users have had some issues, but it seems to work well enough overall. This is also an excellent cloud storage service for sharing files. Link creation is really easy.

MEGA

Price: Free / €4.99-€29.99 per month

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Mega is the sequel to the now-defunct Megaupload, a cloud storage service that was taken down by the authorities a couple of years ago. Mega is an up-and-coming service that gives users 50GB for free. That's the largest sign-on bonus we've seen among all of these cloud storage apps and services. It comes with a range of storage options that span from 200GB to 8TB. The app is quite flashy but there are a few bugs here and there that some people have experienced. Its biggest feature is that it encrypts all files uploaded to it for added security and protection.

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Microsoft OneDrive

Price: Free / $1.99-$9.99 per month

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Microsoft OneDrive is a popular cloud storage option because it integrates directly with a variety of Windows products. For starters, can get 5GB of free cloud storage and you can upgrade to 50GB for $1.99 per month. OneDrive storage is also included in every Office 365 subscription, be it for personal use or for businesses. You can get a bundled package of OneDrive space and Microsoft Office 365 for $6.99 per month (1TB, one device) or $9.99 per month (5TB, five devices). That gives you Microsoft Office and online cloud storage space for an exceptionally reasonable price.

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Resilio Sync

Price: Free

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Resilio Sync (formerly BitTorrent Sync) is the best cloud storage solution for everyone that wants to do their own cloud storage. This app allows you to use your desktop, laptop, NAS, tablet, or even your own home-built server as a destination for your phone syncing. It operates exactly like Dropbox, Google Drive, etc, except you’ll be using your own machine to store everything. It’s an excellent option for those who are security conscious but still need cloud storage also. The only downside is that you’ll need to keep your receiving machine on all the time so that the syncing can be done. The best part is that the app is completely free and you’ll have as much storage as your receiving device can hold. 

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Tresorit

Price: Free / $12.50-$30 per month

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Tresorit is one of the newer and more expensive cloud storage options. However, it takes security very seriously. It features end-to-end encryption of every file uploaded to its service. Basic accounts get 1GB of storage. $12.50 per month earns you 200GB while $30 per month nets you 2TB. Additionally, the pro plans include far more security features than the free account. There are also additional options for businesses and enterprise use. It's a strong option for those who don't mind paying for it.

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UpThere Home

Price: Free / $1.99

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Upthere Home is one of the newer cloud storage apps on mobile. It's by Western Digital, the hard drive manufacturer. It works similarly to Google Photos rather than other types of cloud storage. It features automatic uploads of photos and videos with a UI centered around viewing such content. However, it does support other file types as well. This one also has simple pricing. The app features a single pricing option at $1.99 for 100GB of storage. It's simple, it works okay, and it's cheap. That may be good enough for many.

Who do you use for your cloud storage? If we missed any other great Android cloud storage options let us know about them in the comments below!