Things to know about Smartphone Camera: Exposure Triangle

Before reading this article, please check out our techniblogic post regarding megapixels and sensor in camera.

  1. Things to know about Smartphone Camera : Megapixels
  2. Things to know about Smartphone Camera : Sensors

When we click a photograph, the exposure determines how light or dark the image will appear. It’s calculated by the three essential settings aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Basically, the key to better low-light imaging or higher-contrast fine-quality images is these three features, which are also known as exposure triangles. So, let’s take a look at what they are.

Shutter Speed

A shutter speed basically determines when the camera sensor will be open for coming light. there’s an inverse relationship between aperture and shutter speed. A fast shutter speed does not let in as much light as a slow shutter speed. If you’re using a tight aperture to achieve high depth of field, you will need to use a slower shutter speed (for any given light conditions) than you would while using a wide aperture. Shutter speed is also sometimes called exposure time. So, a fast shutter speed means a short exposure time, while a slow shutter speed means a long exposure time.

Shutter SpeedTypical Examples
1 – 30+ secondsSpecialty night and low-light photos on a tripod
2 – 1/2 secondTo add a silky look to flowing water
Landscape photos on a tripod for enhanced depth of field
1/2 to 1/30 secondTo add motion blur to the background of a moving subject
Carefully taken hand-held photos with stabilization
1/50 – 1/100 secondTypical hand-held photos without substantial zoom
1/250 – 1/500 secondTo freeze everyday sports/action subject movement
Hand-held photos with substantial zoom (telephoto lens)
1/1000 – 1/4000 secondTo freeze extremely fast, up-close subject motion

Shutter speed is measured in fractions of a second, with standard shutter speeds ranging from 1/1000 of a second to one full second.

Effect on Image

Taking a picture of a moving object with a slow shutter speed can create a blurred image of the object (and the suggestion of motion). Using a faster shutter speed makes the object appear more crisply, with better definition and less blurring.

Can you control your Smartphone’s shutter Speed?

Well, it all depends on your device. There are devices like the LG G4 that offer manual control of shutter speed and many other feature in the stock camera app. If your device doesn’t have any such Pro or Manual mode. Google also integrated a new Camera2 API. This API needs to be properly implemented in your device. Which helps the third party app to manually control your camera. So, try out some other camera app for a change.

What is an Aperture?

Basically, Aperture refers to the width of the shutter opening in a camera when a picture is taken. A wider aperture lets more light in and allows pictures to be taken in dimmer light. However, it also creates shallower depth of focus, so that parts of the picture that are more distant (or closer) than the center of focus will appear out of focus. Depending on what effect you’re looking for, this may or may not be a good thing.

The aperture of any camera (not just digital cameras) is measured in terms of “f stop” or “f number.” The technical meaning here involves a 2-based logarithmic scale so that 1 f number difference doubles or halves the amount of light entering the camera.

Aperture SettingRelative LightExample Shutter Speed
f/221X16 seconds
f/162X8 seconds
f/114X4 seconds
f/8.08X2 seconds
f/5.616X1 second
f/4.032X1/2 second
f/2.864X1/4 second
f/2.0128X1/8 second
f/1.4256X1/15 second

How it Looks?

A camera’s aperture setting is what determines a photo’s depth of field (the range of distance over which objects appear in sharp focus). Lower f-stop values correlate with a shallower depth of field.

ISO:

The third factor besides shutter speed and aperture that determines the exposure of a picture is the light sensitivity of the electronic array that takes in the light and forms the picture. This is adjustable in most smartphone’s cameras.

The term “ISO” is taken from an international standard measurement of film speed. While the measurement doesn’t directly apply to digital photography it has been borrowed to do so, and the sensitivity to light is displayed as ISO 200, 400, and so on. The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light will be required to produce a given exposure. With greater light sensitivity, your camera can produce a given desired picture quality at a faster shutter speed and/or a narrower aperture. This is useful when you are taking pictures in dim lighting and don’t want either the blurred motion effect of a slow shutter speed or the narrow depth of field that results from a wide aperture.

It’s better to leave the ISO in automatic adjust mode because the pictures are not always suitable for lower or higher ISO. The picture here might help you understand it better.

21st Century – Still Living in a lag ?

We simply love internet, we love being online so much that we own a computer (desktop or laptop), tablet, smartphone and we are looking online for new wearable technology we could connect.

We used to use internet just for communication, sending emails and using instant messengers like msn or yahoo messenger. Then we started using YouTube and social networks. We did this using our desktops or laptops, not anymore. Nowadays you can see one person using multiple devices.

When we connect few or all devices to our home network we can experience lag. If you are not a gamer, you might never have serious problems with lag (Norwegian lagga “go slowly”). But, if you are an online gamer, I can bet you just remembered at least five moments when lag resulted you getting angry, and you probably lost match. Been there, seen that, screamed then!

Do you know what is your internet speed? Is it fast enough and do you need more “power”? Let’s see;

There are several sites where you can check your broadband speed online, check it now and remember it (or write it down). It would be good to check your speed few times (two or three times should be enough to see deviations).

Now let’s see if that is fast enough for you.

1-4 Mbps

This speed will load most sites with ease, you will be able to play some games online without experiencing lag and you will be able to watch YouTube videos (not HD, this could be a problem – slow loading and buffering).

4-6 Mbps

If you have IPTV (internet television) this speed should work great. For an example, Netflix says that you need at least 5Mbps for streaming HD shows and movies. It is important to notice that this is enough if one person (or device) is connected.

6-10 Mbps

This is preferred speed for online gaming and HD videos (YouTube, Netflix, Amazon, etc). This speed should provide uninterrupted gaming and a smooth streaming.

10-15 Mbps

This where you can see “speed”, or at least most users said they noticed the difference. With this speed you can instantly open most websites and cloud services are much more responsive. When you experience this speed you simply can’t go back to slower package.

15-50 Mbps

There isn’t much to say about this speed, by now you should know what can work. If you have several devices or if you usually have more computers connected at the same time this is the speed you need. Also, if you plan to stream your games over a Twitch or similar sites this speed should be good (avoid Wi-Fi).

50+ Mbps

Speeds like this are not usually something we see in our homes, this speed is more for office, video conferencing or real time data analysis. Considering that technology which we can connect to internet is developing and we use it more than ever this speed could be in our homes sooner than expected.

ASUS Zoomography – A Unique Opportunity to Win

A good news for all Zenfone Zoom Owners is here. Asus has just started its Zoomography contest in which you nee to post a picture taken from your zoom and you can win the following:

  • Eligible Zenfone Zoom buyers get an assured chance to win exciting vouchers worth INR 8,000
  • A special chance for consumers to win the Zenfone Zoom by participating in a contest and sharing never-seen-before photographs of India
  • David Sandberg, acclaimed online film maker, comes together with ASUS to create five captivating short films in his style to showcase the powerful imagery of the ASUS Zenfone Zoom

The campaign ‘#Zoomography’ is an opportunity for the consumers to experience the world’s thinnest smartphone with 3X optical-zoom, the campaign encourages the users to explore their creativity while at the same time, capturing the beauty of the world through the Zenfone Zoom’s powerful camera.

In order to be eligible to win the vouchers, consumers need to purchase a Zenfone Zoom from Flipkart or any ASUS authorized partner and register the product purchase details on https://asusindiapromo.com/register/  Once deemed valid, the buyers will get an assured chance to win free vouchers worth INR 8,000 that includes GoIbibo vouchers worth INR 6,000 and Flipkart vouchers worth INR 2,000. The offer is valid for all purchases made from 18th to 30th April, 2016.

Dubbed ‘Shoot At Sight’ the next leg of #Zoomography allows participants to even win the ZenFone Zoom itself! Users simply need to upload and share the most unique and spell-binding photographs of India on https://asus.in/zenfone-zoom/ These photographs should be spontaneous, original and should portray the true beauty of India. Open for voting by fans, 3 of the best photos selected give the photographers a chance to win the Zenfone Zoom. This contest will also run from the period of 18th April to 30th April. The time frame will also see known 30 celebrities like Richa Chaddha, Irfan Pathan, Rannvijay, Malaika Arora Khan, Karan Singh Grover etc. share their experience with the Zenfone Zoom on social media.

The most recent addition to ASUS’ fast-evolving smartphone family, the Zenfone Zoom offers a 13MP PixelMaster camera with 3X optical zoom and laser auto-focus in a sleek form-factor which enables users to create incredible images while delivering powerhouse performance through a 64-bit quad-core processor. The Zenfone Zoom is available at a price of Rs 37,999 in India.

Acer Unveils Its Gaming Predator in India

So, Gaming as i have already said in my earlier article that this day is your’s, today Acer also unveils its Gaming series with name Predator. They are offering really high end laptops with free accessories.

Acer India, one of the largest PC vendors in the country, today took the wraps off the renowned line of gaming series, Predator. The notebooks which have been powered by the 6th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processors come with high-performance NVIDIA® GeForce® graphics while the Acer Predator G6-710 gaming desktop has been redesigned with up to 64GB DDR4 dual-channel memory for super smooth and high powered game-play. The gaming series also includes unveiling of the Acer Predator X34 Curved Gaming Monitor which brags of a 34-inch 21:9 UltraWide QHD display accompanied by NVIDIA®’s G-SYNC™ technology which makes it the world’s first curved monitor to have the technology, also giving it a competitive advantage. Likewise, the fairly compact-sized yet powerful Predator Projector Z650 makes the gaming experience quite complete.

Pricing and Availability

The Acer Predator 15 and Predator 17 notebook lines, shipping with Windows 10, will be available in India in April with an MRP of Rs 1,79,000/-

The Acer Predator G series desktop PC will be available in India from May with prices starting at Rs. Rs 120000.

The Acer Predator range of monitors starts from Rs 39,000 and goes upto Rs 1,10,000 for the top of the line Z35 Curved Gaming Monitor. It will be available from April onwards

The Acer Predator Z650 Projector will be available in India at a price of Rs 1,29,000

Acer Predator 15 and 17 New Series-

The Predator gaming notebook comes loaded with powerful 6th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processors with high-performance NVIDIA® GeForce® graphics, Ultra-fast DDR4 memory, PCIe solid state drives, Advanced Cooling and Stellar Audio Capabilities to deliver the ultimate gaming experience. The sporty red accents compliment the black chassis with symmetric lines and soft texture coating for extra grip and gaming ergonomics.

With the fast rendering graphic components bundled within the notebook, a user can explore seamless Hi-Def content without the issue of any lag. The notebook also features ‘Killer DoubleShot Pro’, a new technology that enables Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections to work together for the ultimate high-speed attack. The ‘Killer Network Manager’ determines the attributes of each link and dedicates connections to each and every app.

The Predator 15 notebook line includes models with 15.6-inch Full HD or 4K (3840×2160) Ultra HD panels. The Predator 17 notebooks feature 17.3-inch Full HD displays. Both lines support up to three displays including one NVIDIA G-SYNC™ monitor for the ultimate in-gaming visuals and realism.

Triple Fan Design Keeps it Cool

For extreme gamers who need to keep their notebook operating at lower temperatures, Predator FrostCore allows them to further enhance their notebook’s performance as needed. It consists of a swappable Cooler Master® fan module, exclusive to Acer, which can be inserted into the notebook’s optical disk drive bay to cool down intense gaming sessions.

Acer’s dust protection system, Predator DustDefender, uses dual high-speed fans with reverse rotation to remove dust build-up which improves heat dissipation and minimizes noise. The fan blades utilize an ingenious dust propelling mechanism at an extremely high speed to vastly improve air flow around high-performance components. By removing dust and maintaining a cool temperature, Predator DustDefender enhances user comfort, extends the notebook’s lifespan and ensures that the performance is consistent.

Lastly, the CoolBoost technology allows for custom adjustments to the fans’ airflow. A Turbo Mode option delivers maximum fan speed and cooling power when heavy use requires an added boost.

PredatorSense Gaming Control Panel

The new notebooks also feature the PredatorSense gaming control panel, which provides customization and control of gaming features, including macro programmable keys for up to 15 in-game shortcuts and adjustable lighting controls. The Predator ProZone backlit keyboard is divided into four lighting zones which can be lit or dimmed individually along with a programmable key. In addition, a dedicated physical key allows gamers to lock both the Windows key and touchpad quickly to prevent accidental invoking.

Predator SoundPound

Acer cranks up the entertainment value with SoundPound, a combination of various captivating audio features. Predator 17 models feature SoundPound 4.2, which includes four built-in speakers and two subwoofers, delivering 12 watts of sound, while Predator 15 models feature SoundPound 2.1, which includes two speakers and one subwoofer, for six watts of sound. In addition, Dolby® Audio™ surround sound enhances the overall sound quality, while both notebooks support studio quality headphones of up to 600 Ohm impedance.

4K Strikingly realistic visual experience

4K delivers incredibly high resolution and outstanding picture quality with low power consumption for long-lasting viewing. The technology enhances every image to bring out each spectacular detail by four times the resolution of Full HD.

Predator G6 and G3 Desktop – “Unstoppable Fighting Machine

Powered by the latest 6th Generation Intel® Core® i7-6700K processors, the Acer Predator G6 series delivers maximum power by utilizing the massive potential of the Intel processor, the latest Windows 10 OS, and a market-dominating 64GB of DDR4 dual-channel memory. This huge amount of RAM future proofs the G6 against new game releases, and lets the users to play, stream, work or have any other computing intensive tasks running with ease. The “One-Punch” CPU over clocking capability is combined with the IceTunnel cooling system to keep the system chilled at excess speeds, giving players an overwhelming power boost to take them through any tricky in-game situation. All of this is monitored and controlled from the PredatorSense control hub, which offers full running stats such as CPU clock rate, temperature and the fan speed. Players can also adjust the lighting, fan and the over-clock stage through the portal.

To see this power turned into action, the G6 runs on NVIDIA’s® GeForce® GTX 980 with UHD 4K2K (3840 x 2160) display capabilities. Paired with a matching high resolution monitor, such as the curved Predator Z35 with G-SYNC technology, even the most demanding gamer can enjoy incredible visuals, free from stuttering.

Intimidating Visuals and Sound

The G6 comes with Creative Sound Blaster™ X-Fi MB5 (with Environmental Audio Extensions (EAX®) 5.0 and 5.1 channel audio support) with new UI and customizable personal sound profile so users can tune the system to a new level of audio immersion. Whether on headphones, external speakers or the unit’s audio hardware, the ability to clearly hear specific sounds in a gaming environment is the key to the whole experience and it’s just one of a few elements of SBX Pro Studio that supports optimum gaming, video and audio across the board. With four audio jacks, this unit is also perfect for group play.

All this is packed into a radically redesigned armour-like shell crafted to look the part of an unstoppable fighting machine. The casing allows for a bi-directional inflow of air to enable the IceTunnel cooling, and also houses the expansion slots (1 x PCI-E X16 slot, 2 x PCI-E X1 slots, 2 x M.2 slots), letting the beast support up to 4TB of storage (expandable by a further 512GB with SSD). Outfitted with the included SteelSeries APEX RAW keyboard, SteelSeries Sensei RAW gaming mouse and lavish USB port provision (6 x USB 3.0/ 2 x USB 2.0), there’s ample room to add in any extra peripherals a gamer would love to get their hands on.

Predator Z650 Projector 

Predator Z650 puts users in command of any gaming event. Predator Z650’s short-throw technology lets you display a huge image almost anywhere, to an extent that the user will be able to project a 100” image from just 1.5 meters. The projector makes the gaming experience a grand one; From surveying the battleground with soldiers to preparing for a truly monumental experience, the gamers can fight on an enormous scale and feel the thrill of the gaming world.

High resolution gaming is facilitated by its 1080p Full HD projection. 20,000:1 contrast ratio delivers the most vivid image, such that black and white create the highest contrast possible. Games will look crisp and clear, even when you blow them up to massive screen sizes. Z650 features an RGBRGB color wheel called ColorPurity. It produces a wider color gamut and creates pure color with abundant color gradations. The use of sRGB mode guarantees color consistency across devices and eliminates the deviation in color reproduction. Gamers also have the option to connect Z650 with the PC that supports HDMI® 3D and the 3DTV Play™ software kit in order to transform hundreds of PC games into immersive stereoscopic 3D thrill. Wireless technology makes it easy to share games.

Acer ColorBoost3D combines a 6-segment color wheel design with DLP™ chip and lamp power control capability, improving color performance for both 2D and 3D visuals. Acer ColorSafe II prevents excess yellow hues, so that color fidelity is preserved even after prolonged use. Experience the thrill of game with brilliant color. With DTS Sound 10W x 2 stereo speakers built in, users are free to take the Z650 anywhere without bringing a sound system. Users can also create a custom splash screen by capturing an image from the game.

World’s First Curved 34-Inch Acer Predator X34 Gsync Gaming Monitor

The new 34-inch curved 21:9 ultra-wide Gsync Predator X34 monitor, the world’s first curved monitor with NVIDIA® G-SYNC™, provides an immersive gaming experience with minimal stutters and screen tears.  DTS® sound, 2x7W speakers, a zero-frame design with a futuristic aluminum base and ambient lighting options, all these create an exciting entertainment experience with style.

The monitor features IPS display panel with a 178-degree viewing angle, giving a wider field of view and increased perceived area of peripheral vision compared to a flat display of the same size. It supports 100% of the sRGB color gamut, delivering accurate color reproduction desired by design professionals and photo enthusiasts for precise color matching across applications and print output. The curved screen puts every corner of the screen at the same distance from the customer’s eyes, making the broadcast uniform.

Designed with ergonomics in mind, the monitor can be tilted from -5° to 35° and adjusted vertically up to 130 mm, allowing the user to adjust the monitor to the most comfortable viewing angle. It also features flicker-less technology to lessen eye fatigue for a more comfortable gaming or working experience. It supports DisplayPort and HDMI inputs, and has a built-in USB 3.0 hub which supports high-speed charging of smartphones and other devices.

Acer Predator Z35 G Sync Gaming

 The Acer Predator Z35 is a 35-inch curved ultra-widescreen G-Sync display with a VA panel, aimed at gamers looking for ultimate performance. Its standard refresh rate is a significant 144Hz, and can be raised all the way to 200Hz, in what is one of the highest refresh rates in a consumer gaming display. Display inputs include DisplayPort 1.2 and HDMI 1.4a. Other features include 9W stereo speakers with Dolby HD audio, and a 4-port USB 3.0 hub.

The futuristic Acer Predator Z35 monitor is powered by an advanced 35” AMVA 8-bit RGB panel with 2560*1080 resolution and 178°/178° horizontal/vertical viewing angles. The panel has 3000:1 contrast ratio, and 4ms grey-to-grey response time. Other key specs include 2560 x 1080 pixels native resolution, viewing angles of 178°/178°and 300 cd/m² maximum brightness.

The new Predator Z35 monitor fully supports Nvidia G-Sync technology, which matches monitor’s refresh rate with a GPU’s rendering rate on a frame-by-frame basis to provide smooth gaming experience, as well as the company’s new ultra-low motion blur (ULMB) backlight strobing technology. It supports DisplayPort 1.2 and HDMI interfaces and comes with two DTS Sound 9W speakers. Designed with ergonomics in mind, the monitor can be tilted from -5° to 25° and adjusted vertically up to 130 mm.

ESSENTIAL GAMING ACCESSORIES COME ALONG WITH THE NOTEBOOK

PREDATOR GAMING MOUSE – Predator Gaming Mouse brings together unmatched performance, an all-new design, and high levels of customization to make it the ultimate professional-grade, right-handed mouse. This mouse offers cutting-edge features including an optical sensor with zero acceleration, new long-lasting switches (> 30 million clicks), and ideal ergonomics for enhanced comfort.

The ergonomic grip is accentuated by the injection molded rubber side grips and intuitive, ergonomic button placement. Predator Gaming Mouse can be customized through a host of features including response time, adjustable buttons, dual lighting zones, custom tuning settings, and a 3D printable nameplate. Predator Gaming Mouse surpasses the competition in performance, features and value.

PREDATOR GAMING MOUSEPAD – Predator Mousepad is a one-of-its-kind progressive product when it comes to high-end surfaces. Engineered for maximum glide and long-lasting durability, its performance is unmatched. It features a heavy, no-slip silicone base with heat-bound edging to prevent fraying under long-term use.

It is water resistant so you can wash it off when needed. Designed in collaboration with gamers, Predator Mousepad is a highly-responsive surface that delivers precise mouse tracking. The speed-optimized surface minimizes the feel of friction making it one of the fastest surfaces on the market.

PREDATOR GAMING HEADSET – Predator Gaming Headset features major enhancements in sound quality and comfort plus the addition of a built-in microphone that can be retracted into the ear-cup – making it virtually invisible. Every element of Predator Gaming Headset has been optimized for gaming, making the headset a preferred piece of equipment for the worlds’ best competitive PC gamers – the most demanding set of headset users in the world.

Sporting superb 50mm driver units, the full-size headset dramatically boosts overall acoustic performance, while the closed type ear cups are built from a sound dampening foam offering passive noise reduction.

PREDATOR GAMING UTILITY BACKPACK

Predator Gaming Utility Backpack is made to endure tough conditions on-the-go. The bag is light in weight and with the durable 1680D ballistic exterior, it is tear and water resistant. Likewise, the zippers are water repellent and the military-grade coating on top and bottom of the bag helps elude rain and mud while on the road trip.

Versatile front and side pocket access, in addition to considerable padded interior securely pack all the gaming gears and precious travel necessities in well-organized compartments. Ventilated back panel, soft padded shoulder straps and adjustable chest buckle keeps one cool and comfortable when they march on.

 

ASUS new ROG Series Launched in India

So, hey gamer’s out there. Something new is here for you all. The days is for gamer’s as today Asus has reveled its new Series of ROG (Republic of Gamer) Laptop in India. This is there 2nd launch this year with new series.

You all might be thinking what all are the new addition in there family. So, The latest additions include:

  • High-performance gaming laptop ROG G752VY
  • High-end gaming desktops G20 & GT51
  • Unveils GL552VW and G551VW mainstream laptops
  • The ultraportable and slim ROG G501VW

The pricing for the newly launched products is as follows:

  • ROG GT51 – starts at INR 3,25,900
  • ROG G20CB –INR 122990
  • ROG G501VW – INR 95,490
  • G551VW – INR 100,490
  • G752VY – INR 179,990
  • GL552VW – INR 82,490

G551 Front Open

The Series comes with  Quad core 6th Gen Intel core i7 (Skylake) and NVIDIA GeForce GTX™ 900 series graphics, ASUS unveils 6 next gen gaming devices, comprising two gaming grade desktops with refined aesthetics and four high performance notebooks. Making certain of a lasting and uninterrupted gaming experience, the latest models counter the issue of quick heating with commendable variants of cooling technology. The new desktop models added to the ROG series are ROG G20 and ROG GT51 along with ROG G501VW, ROG G551VW, ROG G752VY and ROG GL552VW gaming notebooks.

ROG GT51, winner of a 2016 CES Innovation Award in the Gaming and Virtual Reality category, is powered by a 6th-generation Intel Core i7-6700K processor and supports up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN X (2-way SLI) for the performance to run games across three 4K monitors. ROG Turbo Gear lets users maximize GT51’s full overclocking potential with just one click, while the ASUS-exclusive Aegis II application helps monitor system parameters. In addition, a USB 3.1 Type-C port on its front panel provides data transmission speeds of up to 10Gbps and is able to quick-charge mobile devices. GT51 features the exclusive ROG Band to let users activate Shadow Drive — a hidden hard drive space — or overclock GT51 as well.  GT51 has an internal cooling system with a dedicated air tunnel that takes advantage of natural convection to ensure efficient heat management during marathon gaming sessions. It has an aggressively designed ATX chassis with an Armor Titanium and Plasma Copper finish, a transparent side window, and customizable lighting effects that showcase up to 8 million colors.

The ROG G20CB is a powerful, compact, console-sized 9.5-liter gaming desktop with refined aesthetics. Along with 2.5” and 3.5” slots for SSDs and HDDs, the G20 supports the latest M.2 PCIe Gen 3×4 SSD gives you data access speed of up to 2Gbits/s, — four times faster than SATA SSDs.  that . With up to an NVidia GTX 980, the G20 is suited for surround displays or for 2K or 4K monitors. It also includes exclusive ASUS ROG Aegis II software with GameAlive for instant gameplay recording, editing, and streaming, and GameFirst III for network traffic management.

The G752VY – showcases the evolution of the brand, with a revolutionary design finished in a new Armor Titanium and Plasma Copper color scheme. With Windows 10, a 6th-generation Intel® Skylake Core™ i7 processor, up to 64GB DDR4 RAM, and the latest NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX™ 980m graphics, ROG G752 delivers exceptional gaming performance. It even features the ROG-exclusive mobile 3D Vapor Chamber for increased cooling performance, and a backlit anti-ghosting gaming keyboard with 30-key rollover for precise command and control in battle.

Asus ROG G501VW features NVidia GTX960M Graphics in a Slim(20.6mm) and lightweight(2.06kg) metallic design. This ultraportable device is infused with ROG DNA, with up to 4K/UHD visuals and the upgraded Hyper Cool technology. Immersing its players in the gaming world through its 4K IPS panel with 178-degree viewing angles, ASUS SonicMaster and ROG AudioWizard enhanced audio complements the experience. Under the hood, the devices packs some serious hardware NVidia GTX 960M graphics with blazing fast 4GB GDDR5 graphics memory, 16GB ultrafast DDR4 system memory and up to a next gen 512GB PCIe Gen 3×4 SSD giving you speeds up to 2Gbits/s.

The G551VW is a High-performance gaming laptop with enthusiast grade graphics and silent cooling system. It engrosses players in the game through its 4K IPS panel with 178-degree viewing angles, complemented by ASUS SonicMaster and ROG AudioWizard enhanced audio. Its efficient thermal management system works silently in the background to give you uninterrupted marathon gaming sessions. The G551VW is power packed with NVidia GTX 960M graphics with blazing fast 4GB GDDR5 graphics memory, 16GB ultrafast system memory, a 1TB of storage along with 128 GB SSD. With its advanced hardware and gamer centric features the G551 takes care of all your gaming needs on the move.

The GL552VW is targeted for the users who desire powerful notebooks with high performance gaming grade hardware in a stylish and compact package. Following the ROG design theme, the design of ROG GL552VW is inspired by the F22 Stealth fighter aircraft. Apart from all new metallic design with a backlit ROG logo that goes in line with the Republic of Gamers theme, the interior has also been upgraded to a new level. The device is power packed with Quad core 6th Gen intel core i7(Skylake), NVidia GTX 960M graphics with blazing fast 4GB GDDR5 graphics memory, 16GB ultrafast system memory, a TB of storage along with 128 GB SSD.

Stay tuned for more Details of ROG 🙂

Things to know about Smartphone Camera: Sensors

Before reading this article, please check out our techniblogic post regarding megapixels in camera i.e. ” Things to know about Smartphone Camera: Megapixels

Now you know that megapixels don’t matter at all in smartphone. camera sensor plays a large role in amplifying that raw picture. So, what is a sensor?

Module-Nokia-S- Camera Sensor
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An image sensor or imaging sensor is a sensor that detects and conveys the information that constitutes an image. It does so by converting the variable attenuation of waves into signals, the small bursts of current that convey the information. The waves can be light or other electromagnetic radiation. Image sensors are used in electronic imaging devices of both analog and digital types.

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A camera uses an array of millions of tiny light cavities or “photosites” to record an image. When you press your camera’s shutter button and the exposure begins, each of these is uncovered to collect and store photons. Once the exposure finishes, the camera closes each of these photosites, and then tries to assess how many photons fell into each. The relative quantity of photons in each cavity are then sorted into various intensity levels, whose precision is determined by bit depth (0 – 255 for an 8-bit image).

Cavity Array:

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Light cavity :

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However, the above illustration would only create grayscale images. To capture colour images, a filter has to be placed over each cavity that permits only particular colours of light. Virtually all current cameras can only capture one of three primary colours in each cavity, and so they discard roughly 2/3 of the incoming light. As a result, the camera has to approximate the other two primary colours in order to have full colour at every pixel.

Color Filter Array:

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Photosites with Color Filters:

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The megapixel marketing has treated camera manufacturers well over the years. So, they generally increase the megapixels which in terms are sometimes meaningless. But consumers are getting smart to it. We’ve all seen dodgy images from higher megapixel cameras and know that after a point, megapixels don’t matter for most people. A 16 MP smartphone camera isn’t ever going to be as good as a 12 MP Full Frame DSLR. Why?

Sensor size

The size of sensor that a camera has, ultimately determines how much light it uses to create an image. In very simple terms, a bigger sensor can give more detail that a smaller sensor.

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For example, if you had a compact camera with a typically small image sensor, its photosites would be dwarfed by those of a DSLR with the same number of megapixels, but a much bigger sensor will able to gain more information. The large DSLR photosites would be capable of turning out photos with better dynamic range, less noise and improved low light performance than its smaller-sensor sibling.

Types of Sensor

Now, there are not just one particular sensor. There are many kinds of sensor, good, bad, large, small. Currently most of the manufacturing company are using BSI-CMOS, PDAF sensor, ISOCELL, Stacked CMOS, RGBC filter and many more.

All of these terms refer to the construction of the sensor, the sensitivity of each pixel, and the susceptibility to noise. BSI stands for backside illumination, and is a method of producing a camera sensor where the photodetectors are layered above the transistors and other components. It’s a more complex method of CMOS production, but it reduces reflectivity, which in turn improves the light capturing ability of the sensor. BSI sensors are found in nearly all high-end smartphones.

ISOCELL is Samsung-specific technology for their BSI sensors, which places barriers between each photodetector to reduce crosstalk, improving sharpness and colour accuracy, especially in low-light situations. Crosstalk is where photoelectrons bleed between the pixels, causing bloom and halo effects in certain conditions, so reducing these effects is important in producing clean images. Stacked CMOS technology is found in Sony sensors, again improving the ability to capture light by pushing some parts of the circuitry below the pixel array. It’s found in Exmor RS sensors alongside BSI technology.

The RGBC filter made some noise at the time of the Moto X, and is found in some of OmniVision’s high-end sensors. Instead of a Bayer RGBG filter, OmniVision adds in a clear pixel to the filter, which improves low light performance by passing through full brightness information to the processing hardware. The camera then translates this into Bayer photos for the SoC’s image signal processor.

Can App Developers Really Earn Money

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As of January 2015, the number of apps available in the Google Play Store surpassed the number of Apple’s apps, according to a report by Mashable. Today the situation is similar, with the Play Store offering about 1.6 million apps and the App Store users being offered about 1.5 million apps [source]. These figures only illustrate how popular apps are nowadays. And when there is a need for apps, there is also a growing demand for app developers. So, how can you make some real money as a developer?

Developer

Working for others

It goes without saying that the best way to start your career as an app developer is to find a job in a startup. When you are surrounded by people who are at the beginning of their business quest, your knowledge and experience will grow together with the company. Also, all the business risks are taken by others, so that you can focus on your work. Finally, you can also count on a fair salary as a junior app developer; here you can check how much app developers earn.

Trying your luck on app markets

As you keep gaining experience, there will come a moment when you will feel that you can do much more. This is the most natural thing, but do not make any hasty decisions. Play it smart and continue working for your employer, while trying to develop an app of your own – or a few of them – and submit them to one of the app markets. Now you should only wait to see what will happen. If your app gains recognition from smartphone users, it could become a lucrative business tool. For instance, you can draw the inspiration from some great business apps, so as to make sure that your product is both trendy and practical.

Give it or sell it?

What most developers do at the beginning of their app business is offer an app for free on an app market. In this case you make money by selling users’ data to advertisers. As the users keep downloading the app, you keep collecting the information about them. Online advertisers are always happy to buy such data. For instance, this is one of the ways Facebook makes money, too. However, there are different concerns about this business policy; read more about it on CNN.com.

On the other side, you can apply a different money-making tactic to your app business. Instead of selling any data to anyone, you can rely solely on your app and its quality. Therefore, offer a few options for free and charge the further, advanced levels of the app. If the users like the free, teaser offer, they will go for the premium option, as well.

Apps

Personalized future

Although smartphone apps will remain among the best-selling software solutions, the future of applications lies in personalized items. For instance, today an average Internet user can make their own mojis, as well as their own apps. Since the face of the Internet is changing so rapidly, app developers should pursue their careers in accordance with those changes. Therefore, think about specializing for such special content features, instead of spending your time doing basic app tasks. Clients with such customized needs will have bigger budgets and it will give you better opportunities to make some real money as an app developer.

Since the potential of this market is huge, app developers should work on their skills and continue their development simultaneously with the market. The more things you try, the more experience you will gain. Finally, your end goals should be working on special projects that will bring you a better salary and more professional challenges.

Xiaomi Mi Smart WiFi Remote Control Multi-functional Gateway

So guys what do you think about the security system which can be smart enough to let you know everything. You can even control your Xiaomi Home Appliances as soon as you open your door. this Xiaomi MI Smart WIfi Remote Control is just a part of a security system which you can buy at very affordable price from Gearbest at $33.

Original Xiaomi Mi Smart WiFi

In this price you are getting high quality system with inbuilt wifi and you can even use it as a night lamp as it has different LED’s which can be controlled according to the color you want. It creates a really nice ambiance because of its cool light effects in the surroundings.

Main Features:

Original Xiaomi Mi Smart WiFi

• Original Xiaomi smart multifunctional gateway for daily use.
1200 Internet Radio Broadcast: Multi live online radio optional, you can enjoy beautiful life.
16 Million RGB Lights: The gateway can bu used as the small night lights, lights can adjust color and brightness.
Custom Ring: Not only can upload MP3 (only applicable to Android), but also can record your favorite sound as a bell. The unique personality doorbell ring will make your home more different.
Nightlight Function: It will automatically open when someone pass by when match the human body sensor
APP Control: More convenient to use
• Variety ways to put and install
• Suitable for all kinds of household environment

Notes: The whole Kit is not included in this. If you want to buy the full kit which is more beneficial you can buy it $45 from gearbest as well.

Original Xiaomi Mi Smart WiFi

The best thing is that there is some kind of sensor in it using which when ever any of the human being or living being pass thru it. it get activates and gives you light or sound. it depends on you want function is being set on it, after connecting it on your phone as it need to be connected on your Android smartphone.

Xiaomi Mi TV Box 3 Enhanced Overview

As you guys all know TV boxes are so much popular these days. So many companies are there coming up with there TV boxes so as Xiaomi continues to focus on miniature digital players for televisions with its new and updated Xiaomi Mi TV Box 3 Enhanced  Edition. The Chinese technology has recently launched its new device in there Hometown China after Xiaomi Mi TV Box 3.

Xiaomi mi TV Box 3 Enhanced Edition - Techniblogic

Xiaomi is claiming that Mi Box 3 Enhanced Edition offers a huge upgrade over the Xiaomi Mi Box 3. Even the company is claiming that the CPU performance in this new Xiaomi Mi Box 3 is more than 80% faster than its older version, the GPU performance is more than 240 percent faster. Xiaomi says that the Mi Box 3 Enhanced Edition has a score of 66,015 points on the AnTuTu benchmark – which is almost twice as powerful as the Mi Box 3.

Xiaomi mi TV Box 3 Enhanced Edition ports - Techniblogic

The Xiaomi Mi Box 3 Enhanced Edition include a 64-bit MediaTek MT8693 hexa-core SoC coupled with a PowerVR GX6250 GPU. The CPU consists of two Cortex-A72 chips clocked at 2GHz each, and four Cortex-A53 chips clocked at 1.6GHz. It also supports OpenGL ES 3.1. The company says that they has improved the internal cooling system inside the digital player which will enhance the performance of the box.

Xiaomi mi TV Box 3 Enhanced Edition Bluetooth - Techniblogic

Main Features:

Cortex-A53 CPU
Power VR GX6250
2.4G / 5G WiFi
2GB RAM + 8G ROM capacity
Bluetooth 4.1 connectivity: computer, mobile phone, keyboard, and others
 Remote control is supported.
Powered by 2 x AAA batteries.

Custom CPU: Dual Core Cortex-A72 + Quad-core Cortex-A53
General Brand: XiaoMi
Model: 3 Enhanced
Type: TV Box
System: Android 5.1
RAM: 2G
ROM: 8G
Color: White
Media Supported Decoder Format: “HD MPEG1/2/4,H.264,H.265,Xvid/DivX4/5/6
Video format: 3GP,AVI,FLV,M2TS,MKV,MOV,MP4,MPEG,TS
Audio format: AAC,APE,FLAC,MP3,OGG
Photo Format: BMP,GIF,JPG,PNG
Product Details Power Supply: Built-in battery
Interface: HDMI,USB2.0
Antenna: Yes
Battery Information Battery Type: AAA Alkaline Battery
Dimension and Weight Product weight: 0.190 kg
Package weight: 0.580 kg
Product size (L x W x H): 10.00 x 10.00 x 2.50 cm / 3.94 x 3.94 x 0.98 inches
Package size (L x W x H): 12.00 x 12.00 x 5.50 cm / 4.72 x 4.72 x 2.17 inches
Package Contents Package Contents: 1 x Xiaomi Mi TV Box 3 Enhanced, 1 x Remote Control, 1 x HDMI Cable, 1 x Chinese Manual, 1 x String, 2 x AAA Battery

 

Xiaomi mi TV Box 3 Enhanced Edition Cooling System - Techniblogic

The Mi Box 3 Enhanced Edition include 2GB of RAM and 8GB of inbuilt storage. The Wi-Fi connectivity is getting improvements too, supporting 802.11ac 2×2 with transfer speeds of up to 300Mbps and Bluetooth v4.1.

Xiaomi mi TV Box 3 Enhanced Edition Dolby and DTS - Techniblogic

The software it runs MIUI TV, which is based on Android 5.1. Xiaomi claims that this box can run 10 bit video files in H.265 codec for as high as 4K screen resolution at 60 frames per second. The Mi Box 3 Enhanced Edition also supports Dolby and DTS Sound which is just great.

Mini M8S TV Box Review

New TV Box in the market. The whole Market is being bloated with a numerous number of TV boxes. Some prices are just too high and some of them are at lower side which wont give value for money even after getting one.

Mini M8S Review - techniblogic
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So due to which here comes the Mini M8S TV Box with very affordable pricing and even with all the features which are being required for basic use.  You can buy it for $38 approx from Gearbest.

Mini M8S Ports - techniblogic
via- gearbest

This Affordable TV Box also comes with Amlogic S905 which can be found on almost all the new TV Boxes. Those who dont know what Amlogic S905 is, it is a Quad Core 64-Bit processor which works to its maximum capacity to give you the maximum media entertainment using your TV Box. Mini M8S TV Box is new in the TV Box market which in addition of its chipset S905 also has 2GB of RAM and 8GB ROM.

  • CPU  – Amlogic S905 quad core ARM Cortex-A53 @ up to 2.0GHz
  • GPU – Penta-core Mali-450MP Up to 750MHZ, OpenGL ES 1.1/2.0 and Open VG 1.1 support
  • Memory – 2GB DDR3
  • Storage – 8GB NAND flash + Micro SD card slot (up to 32GB)
  • OS – Android 5.1
  • Video Output – HDMI 2.0, AV
  • Video Codec – 4K@60 Hz video decoding 10-bit HEVC and AVS+ codec support; H.264 up to 4K 30 Hz
  • Audio – HDMI, S/PDIF
  • Connectivity – 10/100M FastEthernet, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0
  • Interfaces: 2x USB 2.0 host ports, TF Card slot, HDMI, S/PDIF, LAN RJ45 (100Mbps), DC in Jack,
  • Misc – IR receiver, Power button
  • Power Supply –  DC 5V/2A
  • Dimensions11 x 11 x 1.75 cm
  • Weight – 0.153 kg
  • Package Contents: 1 x Mini M8STV Box, 1 x Remote Control, 1 x HDMI Cable, 1 x Power Adapter, 1 x English Manual
Mini M8S box content - techniblogic
via- gearbest

It also comes with different charge adapter according to the country and on your demand so need not to worry about it. you can just open the package and just start using the device.

Main Features:

Amlogic S905 CPU
ARM Mail-450
2.4G WiFi
2GB RAM + 8G ROM capacity, extendable capacity up to 32GB
Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity
● Supports sync screen technology which can sync your phone displays to a larger screen to make you game experience more real.
Infrared remote control

Beelink MiniMXIII TV Box Review

Now a days there are so many companies coming up with there new and innovative TV Box which  make your normal TV into a Smart TV by adding a feature of Android on it. So here comes the new Updated model from Beelink  Beelink MiniMXIII TV Box.

Beelink Mini MXIII features- techniblogic
via- gearbest

These days TV Boxes are mostly equipped with Amlogic S905 which is a Quad Core 64-bit processor. Manufacturers are adding these processor in the line just to compete with there production line. Due to which Beelink Mini MXIII also comes with Amlogic S905 quad core 64- bit processor. Mini MXIII plays almost all video files without any problem in even  4K as it comes with KODI (which can play almost all formats of Video as well as audio).

Beelink Mini MXIII Specs- techniblogic
via – gearbest

Now you must be thinking from where you can buy this one, so for it just go to Gearbest

BUY

You can even use Coupon Code:GBMXI which will just give you some extra few dollar savings.

Beelink Mini MXIII is a small, but a very stable TV Box made up of very high quality plastic. The device comes with Amlogic S905 Quad core 64-bit  Cortex A53 Up to 2.0GHz processor which also supports UHD 4K @60fps HW decoding, and you can also play multiple formats like H.265 10-bit, H.264, AVS+ and also FHD 1080p @60fps HW encoding, H.264. It also comes with Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth. The Beelink Mini MXIII TV Box runs on Android 5.1.1 Lollipop.

Beelink Mini MXIII Ports- techniblogic
via- gearbest

It also comes with different charge adapter according to the country and on your demand so need not to worry about it. you can just open the package and just start using the device.

adapter Beelink Mini MXIII - techniblogic
via- gearbest

Beelink Mini MX Technical Specifications:

  • SoC  – Amlogic S905 quad core ARM Cortex-A53 @ up to 2.0GHz
  • GPU – Penta-core Mali-450MP Up to 750MHZ, OpenGL ES 1.1/2.0 and Open VG 1.1 support
  • Memory – 1GB DDR3
  • Storage – 8GB NAND flash + Micro SD card slot (up to 32GB)
  • OS – Android 5.1
  • Video Output – HDMI 2.0, AV
  • Video Codec – 4K@60 Hz video decoding 10-bit HEVC and AVS+ codec support; H.264 up to 4K 30 Hz
  • Audio – HDMI, S/PDIF
  • Connectivity – 10/100/1000M Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0
  • Interfaces: 2x USB 2.0 host ports, TF Card slot, HDMI, S/PDIF, LAN RJ45 (1000Mbps), DC in Jack,
  • Misc – IR receiver, Power button
  • Power Supply –  DC 5V/2A
  • Dimensions11 x 11 x 1.75 cm
  • Package Contents: 1 x TV Box, 1 x Power Adapter, 1 x HDMI Cable, 1 x Remote Controller, 1 x English Manual
Beelink Mini MXIII OTA Update- techniblogic
via- gearbest

You must be thinking weather you will get the updates or not but, Beelink Mini MXIII also offers OTA updates time to time as new fixes which will comes for enhancing new features.

Also Read: Beelink X2 Review

Xiaomi for Sale with Huge Discounts on EverBuying

Xiaomi along with Everbuying giving a Awesome Sale on all the Xiaomi Products with huge amount of Discount Offers.Many People thinks that Xiaomi is only a Smartphone producing company but they don’t know that Xiaomi produces greats products other the Smartphones also such as router,Led light etc. They produces many different Smartphone accessories and Smart life products.This Xiaomi for Sale is only a Limited time on EverBuying.

Grab your Deal

If you looking for a good smartphone you must check the Everbuying website which is giving you a list of quality Xiaomi Smartphones with a huge amount of discounts.Other then Smartphones they are giving you all the products which is made by well known brand Xiaomi.As in India ,Xiaomi products are in huge demand but it is very difficult to buy or grab the products which are out of stock within seconds.So Everbuying is giving a great deal to buy the your wished Xiaomi Product.

flash sale

Xiaomi Brand Sale page started with the special Flash sale items with great percentage of discounts. Then you can find New Arrivals sections where you can get the latest update of products. It includes Smartphones, Tablets, Mobile Power Banks, Headphones and Speakers, Smart Life products, Xiaomi Accessories and Lifestyle products. Let’s have a look into the products listed in each category.

mi-powerbanks

As More and more increasing usage of the Smartphone devices there are low battery problems and when you are traveling it became a need to have a potable powerbank that will charge your smartphone.So there is a great opportunity to buy Xiaomi Power banks at great prize.

speacker-mi

You won’t be disappointed in this flash sale if you are looking are a nice speaker or earphones with a reasonable price point.Xiaomi Provides both the loud Bluetooth Speakers as well as the in-hear earphones which are makeup of good quality.

smartlifew

As we say earlier ,Xiaomi Produces more products other then Phones which smarter your life with a small step.You can check it out all the Smart Life Products Produced by the Xiaomi such as fitness band,LED USB light etc.

accessories

Here it comes all the small accessories for your Mobile Phones.It is made up of good quality.

lifestyle

There are many more products great products you must check it out.Hope it will save your money and you can grab a good deal which is suitable for you.

Deals you Must Check out

  • XIAOMI Redmi Note 3 Pro (32GB/3GB) – Buy Now
  • Xiaomi Mi Pad 2 – Buy Now
  • Xiaomi Wifi Radio – Buy Now
  • Xiaomi Yi Sports Camera – Buy Now
  • Xiaomi Mi WiFi Router 3 – Buy Now

Some of the Deals are very great by the Everbuying,you must take a look.Xiaomi Products quality is also a Globally well-known so you can trust their product quality.

Grab your Deal

 

LG launches K10 and K7 Smartphones at Rs.9500 and Rs.13500

On April 14th, 2016: LG launches of K7 and K10, the first smartphones the LG company will be making in India. The K-Series smartphones will be the first to offer LG’s glossy pebble design, a contemporary, stylish look with a curved, modern finish aimed at a younger audience. The glossy pebble design is complemented by LG’s new 2.5D Arc Glass for a smooth and seamless style that could only be made possible due to the sides of K-series smartphones being free of button clutter. With design cues borrowed from nature, the K10 and K7 look far more expensive and exclusive than they really are.

The back cover features an intricate woven pattern for optimal grip and confidence when on the move. Further, because consumers on the move tend to enjoy an active lifestyle, the K-series is designed with multimedia creation and consumption in mind – with a larger screen to display images and videos captured with the most advanced camera (13MP on the rear and 8MP on the front in the case of the K10) in a smartphone in this category.

Featuring LG’s popular Gesture Shot and Gesture Interval Shot, taking selfies is easy and hassle-free. Gesture Shot enables users to take photos simply by raising an open hand in front of the lens and then clenching it into a fist. Closing one’s hand twice automatically leads to the Gesture Interval Shot and will produce four consecutive photos. Both devices are equipped with Flash for Selfie in the front to help users capture priceless moments whenever and wherever the need might arise, even in the dark.

Mr Kim Ki-Wan, Managing Director, LG Electronics India, said, “India is a strategic market for LG globally and the decision to manufacture smartphones in India underscores our commitment to our customers here. We want to tap the huge potential for smartphones in the country and the K-series will be the first ones to be manufactured in India. While these devices are in the sub 15k price band, they have features typically seen only in premium devices. We are optimistic that the Indian consumers will love the premium-ness of the K7 and K10 at regular prices.

The K series smartphones will be available in the Indian market at the following price points: –

  • K7 – Rs. 9,500
  • K10 – Rs. 13,500

 Key Specifications:

LG K7

LG K10

  • Display: 5.0-inch In-cell Touch
  • Chipset : Qualcomm Snapdragon
  • Camera : Rear 5MP / Front 5MP
  • Memory: RAM: 1.5 GB / ROM: 8 GB
  • Battery: 2,125mAh
  • Operating System: Android 5.1 Lollipop
  • Size : 142.7 x 72.6 x 8.6mm
  • Network: 4G LTE + VoLTE, VoWi-Fi / 3G / 2G
  • Colors: Titan / Gold / White
  • Others: 2.5D Arc Glass / Gesture Shot / Gesture Interval Shot / Tap and Shot
  • Display: 5.3-inch HD In-cell Touch
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon
  • Camera: Rear 13MP / Front 8MP
  • Memory:RAM: 2 GB / ROM: 16 GB
  • Battery: 2,300mAh
  • Operating System:Android5.1 Lollipop
  • Size: 144.7 x 73.6 x 8.7mm
  • Network: 4G LTE + VoLTE, VoWi-Fi /3G / 2G
  • Colors: White / Indigo / Gold
  • Others: 2.5D Arc Glass / Gesture Shot / Tap and Shot / Gesture Interval Shot

What are Megapixels? More Megapixels Better Camera! Really?

Since the technological revolution have begun, smartphone have become an essential item in our daily life, we use it all. From home to office, adventure and party and many more. Most of time we use our smartphone to reduce the amount of effort that we may have done; manually. Now, as a functional human being we are surrounded by moments, moments that needs to capture or needed to share with the people on social media and for that we all have our high end smartphone camera, quick and compatible. So, you need your camera to capture amazing picture, resulting brighter and better picture quality. Most of the smartphone’s camera are good but not the best. So, what makes a smartphone’s camera a good camera? Let’s figure out.

Megapixels

You’ll always have that moment when your friend will ask “Hey! How much of megapixels your camera is?” and you’ll proudly say “It’s 13 megapixels.”

Digital cameras capture images as pixel elements, known as pixels. Simply put, a megapixel is equal to one million pixels. Digital images are made up of thousands of these tiny, tile-like picture elements. The more pixels, the higher the image resolution. Resolution relates primarily to print size and the amount of detail an image has when viewed on a computer monitor at 100%.

Printed at 300 dpi

megapixel-vs-print-size
via digitalphotographylive.com

Max Print Size Minimum MP Resolution
4 x 6″ 2 megapixels 1600 x 1200
5 x 7″ 3 megapixels 2048 x 1536
8 x1 0″ 5 megapixels 2560 x 1920
11 x 14″ 6 megapixels 2816 x 2112
16 x 20″ 8 megapixels 3264 x 2468
16 x 24″ 12 megapixels 4200×2800

Having too few pixels makes images look bad through a lack of detail. All camera manufacturers understand this trade-off, which is why on smartphones you’ll typically find sensors packing between five and 20 megapixels

camparison
via gizmodo.com

Well, unfortunately megapixels are not the only thing that makes a camera a good camera. Having a high megapixel count is all well and good, but it doesn’t even begin to tell the story of how a camera performs overall. A higher megapixel count equates to more detail. On a smartphone camera, zooming can be particularly important due to fixed-focus lenses, where you want a large megapixel count so detail is preserved.

Viewing images at 100%

A mistake many people make it judging the quality of an image when viewing it at 100% on a computer monitor. The image rarely appears tack sharp. However, when reduced in size for displaying online or printing, a quality image more often than not; looks just fine.

Know the Best PSD to WordPress (Conversion/Theme) Service Providers

WordPress has gained immense popularity both as a blogging system as well as a content management platform. When it comes to WordPress, no other CMS could match the exceptional functionalities WordPress has. The robust features have thus contributed to the demand of WordPress for both the developers and users as well. Therefore, to make most out of this rewarding platform, a number of PSD to WordPress conversion service providers have established in the industry to offer the related services. We will be discussing some of the exceptional companies providing the same services.

PSDtoWordPressExpert

psdtowordpressexpertThe expertise of PSDtoWordPressExpert lies in delivering highly structured responsive WordPress websites to the clients. They keep in mind to develop websites that are browser compatible and could help clients in marketing their services or the products exceptionally well. The ardent team of developers makes it extremely easy to accomplish the job exceptionally well.

CSSChopper

csschopper

CSSChopper is best represented as the hub of talented developers who are proficient in providing almost all the website development and conversion related services. The company has been working for years to satisfy the clients from across the globe, the number of which keep increasing every year. The massive amount of talent this company has got truly reflects through its services.

Sparx IT Solutions

sparxitsolutions

As one of the most popular WordPress website development service providers, Sparx IT Solutions has been doing a wonderful job. The company has successfully executed the services that come as “WordPress website customization”. Thus, depending upon the specific requirements of the clients, website development at this company takes place.

PHPDevlopmentServices

phpdevelopmentservices

PHPDevlopmentServices leads the list as a service provider having resourceful employees to accomplish the WordPress website conversion. Creating customized websites through PSD to WordPress conversion services is one of the areas where this company excels. Services at this company are extremely affordable and appealing as well.

hirewebdeveloper

hirewebdeveloper

hirewebdeveloper will serve as an ideal service provider to you in case you are looking out for website development services with front-end technology such as CSS, HTML and more. With a professional team of developers at the company, hirewebdeveloper is capable of providing fast deliveries to the clients in different zones of the globe. The company is not just exceptional but affordable too for hiring as PSD to WordPress conversion company.

Well, the list of renowned PSD to WordPress conversion service providers ends here. Now, we will talk on the known WordPress theme service providers in the industry. From the list of some of the most professional organizations, we have piled up the names that are cost-effective, client-centric and competitive industry names. Here is the list.

theem’on

theemon

theem’on is reputed for offering premium themes with a professional look. All the themes by theem’on are responsive in nature and serve for the requirement in a functional manner. Depending upon the type of website to be developed, a related theme can be chosen from theem’on.

themeforest

themeforest

In case you are looking for engaging WordPress themes that could win the hearts of the visitors, themeforest is the ultimate address for you. Besides providing attractive WordPress themes, themeforest also deals in eye-catching web templates. Thus, browsing through this exceptional website can help you get attractive WordPress themes as well as a bunch of templates.

Themify.me

themify

Themify.me offers a nice collection of premium WordPress themes. These premium WordPress themes are best known to be utilized for creating responsive websites much faster. With this reason, themes at Themify.me are just loved by the developers. The list of premium themes here includes professional themes, corporate look alike themes and much more. Hence, depending upon the requirements, any of the themes can be chosen.

Elegant Themes

elegantthemes

The themes at Elegant Themes are exceptional for a number of reasons. They are pixel-perfect, responsive and design oriented as well. Themes from Elegant Themes will offer complete control over the websites, which is why it is the best to get themes from here. These themes are sure to offer an exceptional website development experience to the developers.

SoloStream

solostream

SoloStream promises SEO-ready premium WordPress themes. Thus, the website is resourceful to browse through if there is an urge of getting higher ranking for the websites that would be made by utilizing the themes from the SoloStream. There are a number of themes one can get at discounted price. Hence, getting a theme from here is affordable too.

Conclusion

With this effective list of PSD to WordPress service providers and WordPress theme service providers, we are now wrapping it up. The list carries the names of all the efficient service providers; thus, depending upon the requirements, the themes and the service providers can be chosen.

CREO launches Mark 1 Smartphone at Rs. 19,999

Recently on April 13th 2016: CREO, a Bangalore based consumer technology company, today unveiled its proprietary stock Android based Operating System – FUEL OS which, powers a top-of-the-line smartphone specs – Mark 1. The in-house developed hardware and software, together boast of a New Phone, Every Month experience. The CREO Mark 1 devices will be available on the company’s official website (www.creosense.com) and on Flipkart for purchase at Rs. 19,999.

CREO Mark 1 comes packed with unique and compelling OS level features such as

  • Retriever – an app that never lets you lose your phone,this will be the best part of the this phone as it makes your phone.
  • Echo – a voice based answering machine system completely independent of carriers and devices.
  • Sense – a universal phone search that finds what you’re looking for when you double tap on the home button.
  • Camera Modes such as Live-photo, 3D selfie, Slo-Mo videos and Time Lapse to name a few.

Sai Srinivas, CEO & Co-Founder, CREO said, “We’ve been working long and hard to put out a product that redefines the way we look at hardware. In our fearless endeavor to make a smartphone that is more than just the sum of its great specs, we’ve built FUEL – an Operating System that’ll give a new phone experience every month, with features that deliver on both, performance and functionality.” He further adds, “What makes these features better every month, is the first-of-its-kind, community inclusive update system that stems from feedback and suggestions from users. With their invaluable input, we will be able to deliver on our promise of making Android better.”

CREO Mark 1 - Display

The Mark 1 with its sleek metal body, protected by Gorilla Glass 3 on both sides and 2.5D curves, comes in Gun Metal Black with a 5.5” screen and a Quad HD display yielding an astonishing 534 PPI. The phone comes with a top-of-the-line 21MP Sony IMX 230 Exmor rear camera and 8MP front camera and is powered by a 1.95 GHz True Octa Core Helio X10 Processor with 3GB RAM and a 3100mAh fast-charging Li-Po battery. With 32GB of storage, expandable up to 128GB, Mark 1 offers convenient and smart Dual SIM Slots enabled with 4G connectivity.

Shubham Malhotra, CTO & Co-Founder, CREO, added, “Our single focus was on building experiences unheard of on any smartphone or any operating system. With always evolving software on a future-proof hardware, we’re confident of showcasing how hardware can be differentiated by virtue of the software that runs it.

After summerising all the features ,we can say that it will be a great phone in the market at this price because it comes with a power packet .Software as well as the hardware both are targeted in building and design this phone.Lets see how the market reacts to it as this is a new company. For more information stay tuned 🙂

6 App Monetization Trends: How To Make Money With The App?

The increasing popularity of the Mobile apps has also influenced the way, these apps are making money. Earlier the mobile apps did not offer in-app purchases but the trends have changed over the years. According to the stats, around 31% of the total revenue that an app earns is from in-app purchases. In 2011, when Android and iOS were still quite young, the revenue came from the upfront charge that the users paid for the app. In 2015, paid apps accounted for around 59% of the revenue. The change in the trend is quite obvious.

Going by the statistics, the number of mobile apps on Google’s Play Store has grown to 1.7 million and 1.5 million on Apple’s App store. It points out articulately that there is a very tough competition in the app market and monetizing the mobile app is proving to be one of the toughest challenges for any developer.

Moreover, the revenue share among the different models differs among the mobile operating systems. For instance, for the Android platform, 26% of the apps rely on pay per download model, 30% earn revenue from advertisements and only 19% of the apps earn by offering in-app purchases. The figure is different for iOS platform and the maximum percentage of apps, 36% are paid ones and 35% of the apps generate revenue by offering in-app purchases. These trends are important for the developers to be aware of in order to help them select the best revenue model for their apps.

6 Trends Of App Monetization To Keep In Mind

In-app Purchase will the major source of revenue for mobile apps

The in-app purchases have emerged as the most popular form of app monetization over the few years. It is believed that the number of apps offering in-app purchases to generate revenue will increase up to 59% as opposed to 35% now. The trend of in-app purchase mostly used in the games is also making headways in the apps.

Freemium apps will be the most popular app models

The freemium app model is being embraced by most of the developers as they prove to be the more profitable and better for the prospects of the apps across all major mobile operating systems. The number of apps that are being developed on a freemium model is increasing by a whopping 200%.

There will be 1.7 times increase in in-app advertisement

Advertisements have always been one of the most reliable sources of revenue generation by the mobile apps. If the app is popular, there is almost a certainty of revenue being earned through the ads. The increase in the share of in-app advertisements is touted to be around 1.7 times of the current share.

Specific implementation of in-app purchases in apps

In-app purchases are different for different apps. For instance, WhatsApp sells time through in-app purchase while Evernote sells functionalities. The trend to offer a specific dimension of the app on sale through in-app purchases will be seen more clearly in the future.

User experience will directly affect monetization

User experience has become the most important aspect of an app already and will now affect the potential of the app to generate revenue. Many apps will be able to offer a better UX as an in-app purchase. This is how user experience will impact the monetization.

App monetization model will be affected by the target audience

When an app offers in-app purchase or shows ads, the revenue generation is maximum when the users respond to them. Targeted in-app purchases and mobile advertisements will be high on the list of developers. This would ensure more clicks and increased purchases leading to enhanced revenue.

Summing Up

Every app is built with the primary motive to make money. Developing a great app that is not able to generate good revenue will not be counted as a wise business proposition. The 6 trends discussed in the post are well-researched and tested on mobile apps with good results. You can also implement them while developing your app and reap the benefits of enhanced revenue from the app.

Panasonic Eluga Arc Review : Great Phone with 2.5D Curved Display

Panasonic Eluga Arc is a nice deal which comes with 2.5D Curved Display as well as 4G VoLTE smartphone.It also comes with the awesome design and fingerprint sensor at the back with enhanced IT security and BYOD which beneficial for big companies.

UnBoxing and Hands on Video

Built Quality and Design

When we come to the built of the device, the best thing i like in the whole device is the look and feel and its easy handling the only drawback in the design is that after it is too handy they have used on screen back buttons, where as they can make it them as capacitive backlit buttons as it will increase the screen size.

As they are only having 4.7″ screen size after adding on screen buttons it becomes 4.5 which looks quit small while using it.

At the back they have a 8MP rear camera with a large golden color wing which just attract you towards it. below it you are having a LED flash which gives decent performance, finger print sensor works pretty fine, just like the other devices which we are getting these days response time is good and works fine most of the time no complains regarding it.

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Below that there is Panasonic brand logo and Eluga written which is the name of the series. After that there is decent speaker below that.

When we come to the top they are offering 3.5mm audio jack and IR blaster, we have not checked the earphone performance as well as the IR blaster application, hope they have added all the devices list on to the application of IR blaster else it is of no use.

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When we come to bottom side of the device it is having a normal Micro USB port and beside there it is having a Primary mic and nothing else. it has a curvy design and is only available in GOLD color Variant. Hopefully in future they will add some new color line up in the future.

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When we come to another side of the device it is having Volume rockers and below that the power lock key, which gives quite good haptik feedback. There is no patterned like feel on those buttons but it doesn’t matter as the buttons are quite tactile and can easily be pressed. On another side it is having a Hybrid Sim Tray which can handle Dual Sim or One Sim and One Micro SD Card depending what you gonna use over there and it is expandable upto only 32 GB.

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Camera

When we come to the camera performance it is quite decent, clarity it good and the video i have shot from this device is listed below the maximum shooting will take place at 1080p which is good. When we try to focus on the subject, it is really very good and speedy but there is no manual controls over there.

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Camera Samples

Panasonic Eluga Arc camera Sample 1 - techniblogic

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Hardware & Performance

When we come to the performance there is no lag in the UI while i was using it, the more we can only find once we will receive the device in our hand. when we come to the battery it comes with 1800 mAh. i know want you are thinking it is very low but they have mentioned that they have installed some optimization using which better will easily last for a day, but i doubt on it.

When we come to the screen they are offering is 4.7″ HD IPS Display which is 2.5D Curve which looks good but doesn’t matter for the consumers a lot while purchasing. The Processor it comes is Snapdragon 410 clocked at 1.2 GHz which is a 2 year old processor i don’t know why they have not upgraded it yet. The GPU it is having is Adreno 306 again a old one but games will work fine on it.

It is a dual sim Hybrid Sim Tray and is expandable upto 32GB only. Rest all the Details Specs are being listed below just check it out.

The Device Box comes with USB cable, Charger, Earphones (Finally) user manual, sim ejector tool and a screen guard also.

There is also a quick unboxing and overview video which is coming soon so stay connected for it by subscribing our you-tube channel

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Conclusion

They are only Focusing on Offline market as they also know no one online gonna buy this one at such high price of Rs. 12,490, as they are a huge line up of competition in the market with much better specs and looks. So now what do you guys say about it. Comment below to let us know your thoughts and remarks.

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Oppo F1 Plus Review : Selfie Expert with 16MP Front Camera

Oppo recently launched a new device series within its smartphone range, called the F-series, with its central focus on camera quality. The Oppo F1 Plus is the same as the Oppo R9 they have just re-branded it for indian market. The F1 Plus is also called up as a “Selfie Expert” smartphone with its high-resolution front facing camera.

Quality and Design

Oppo F1 Plus Review

We cannot regret that the design of Oppo F1 Plus has been totally “inspired” by the current iPhone design. It is not the first time any company has been drawn inspiration from any popular smartphone which is there in the market. Oppo has seems to have made huge efforts to ensure that the F1 Plus is not a direct copied, and the end result should be quite satisfying with this.

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There it also comes with a hybrid SIM tray is on the right, and can add either two Nano-SIMs or a single SIM and a microSD card (up to 128GB).

The phone feels really very premium while in the hand just because of it’s metal chassis and rounded glass edges in the front. The weight of the device comes to 145g and is quite comfortable to daily use, even with one handed.  It comes with narrow bezels on each side of the screen. The display is a 5.5-inch full-HD Amoled panel which produces really very vivid colors and deep blacks. You also get Gorilla Glass 4 for extra amount protection.

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The volume rockers and power lock keys are placed on one side of the phone and are and easy to reach while one handed. they also provide good tactile feedback we faced no issue after using it at that time.

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When we come to the back of the phone it has a very nice texture which is smooth to touch but is slippery also because of the metal they have used like iPhone’s. is has a similar camera bump as you guys have already noticed this one with 13 MP camera sensor, and an LED flash below to it. The speaker grille, Micro-USB port and headphones jack are all on the bottom of the device.

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We also get back-lit capacitive touch buttons beside the home button, which also has an inbuilt fingerprint sensor. The sensor works good as now it is normal to get figure print hardly any difference you can notice in daily use. You also get a white notification LED on the top.

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We love the detail in the design of the Oppo F1 Plus. The device is very slim with just only 6.6 mm thickness.

Camera

The Oppo F1 Plus focuses itself as a selfie phone due to which they have fitted it in with a 16-megapixel, fixed-focus front camera. Selfies taken under natural light are sharp with very good detail. There is no dedicated flash on front facing camera which is something that is missing, and it also has a screen flash which is a little bit weak to give you sharp images like we get on apple devices.

Around the back, we have a 13-megapixel camera which really manages to capture some pretty detailed pictures. The quality of recorded video is also pretty good during daytime. The maximum resolution it can handle is 1080p with no 4K recording in it.

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Hardware & Performance

The Oppo F1 Plus is powered by MediaTek’s MT6755 octa-core SoC, which is also known as the Helio P10. It’s a 64-bit chip built which is slightly on the older side. It’s packs in a Mali T860 GPU. Coupled with 4GB of RAM, the overall performance seems to be quite good and fast. The phone also has inbuilt 64GB of storage, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, Wi-Fi Direct, Miracast, and USB OTG. There is no NFC and FM radio which are two features that are really going to be missed in India whether they are being used or not. The F1 Plus supports 4G for Indian bands and VoLTE.

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Mi Powerbank Pro with 10000mAh capacity, USB Type-C Fast Charging

hey guys finally we have landed with new awesome pro version powerbank from Xiaomi the MI powerbank pro, as Xiaomi has recently shook up the whole power bank market when they just launched different power bank with very affordable pricing like Xiaomi 20,000 mAh, 10400 mAh etc. , now they again come up with a new, highly affordable 10000mAh battery pack with name Mi powerbank Pro with Type C charging which no other power bank in the market can do till now.

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We just get this Pro power bank, landed a few days back from www.ibuygou.com. I have tested it for few days like hell. Heating temperature, time in charging, device charging speed and a whole lot with the small pack.

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The 10000mAh Mi Powerbank Pro which now supports USB Type-C charging, with the Mi 5 and other supported gadgets like Letv and many other. The 18W of input ensures the Powerbank Pro charges from 0-100 in 3 hours 10 mins for me, and even manages to recharge other devices at a faster rate , like it takes my iPhone 6 charge from 5% to 40% in 15 to 18 mins. which is just great. It don’t even heats (just warm) a lot like other power bank while charging the other devices. But while charging the power bank using LeTv 1s Charger it heat to upto 35 degree.

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When we come to the looks of the power bank, it weights just 217 grams and is made up of full metal with sides properly curved finish, which just look good.

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The Device has a single button which is used to know how much battery is being charged, there is 4 LED’s and each led notify 2500 mAh Power, which means on single charge of power bank you can easily charge your high end device 4 to 5 times it varies from device to device.

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The main features which is also being added in this power bank is that it has also integrated support for low voltage devices like the Mi Band or the Bluetooth earphone and comes with USB smart-control and 9-layers of circuit chip protection to protect the charging devices so as it will to not fry them and will charge it normally like with other power-bank they detect the mi band for few minutes then it get detach automatically.  But this power-bank can handle this easily. So just go for it and buy it.

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Photos with all the specifications are already there and for un-boxing and video review check the video down below.

Honor celebrates ‘Honor Week’ in India – Exclusive offers on Amazon,Flipkart & Honor store

On April 5, 2016, Honor celebrates the “Honor Week”,which provides a variety of interesting offers on Honor products to its consumers from the 1st till the 8th of April 2016. These offers are currently available on Flipkart ,Amazon from 4th to 8th April. The Honor store launched in India last week will also bring out exciting offers for its customers starting from 1st to 10th April. Up till now, the honor store has received 100000 registrations within its first five operating days.

Commenting on the Honor Week, Mr. Allen Wang, President of Consumer Business Group, Huawei India, said “We value the needs of our customers and aim at forging strong brand reliance between honor and the consumer by simplifying our processes and offerings. Honor is thrilled to announce a variety of exciting offers on its products in the ‘Honor Week’. It gives us great pleasure to see a registration of 100,000 subscribers within the first three days of the ‘Honor Week’. We at Honor will continue serving further for greater customer satisfaction.”

The official website started registration from March 30th, 2016 from 1800 Hrs. and the website’s authorized seller Vision Distribution Pvt. Ltd. (Vision) gave a limited time offer coupon worth INR 2000 to every registered user which will be valid for buying Nexus 6P or Honor 7.

Offers at Flipkart (4th to 8th April) :

  • Honor 5X: Discount voucher of  Rs.1000
  • Honor Holly 2 plus : Discount voucher of  Rs.500
  • Honor 4C : Rs.2000 discount
  • Honor 4X: Rs.1000 discount
  • Honor Bee: Discount of Rs.500
  • Honor 6 Plus: Discount of Rs.6500
  • Honor 6: Discount of Rs.2000
  • Honor 7: Discount of Rs.1000

Offers at Amazon (4th to 8th April) :

  • Honor 5X: Voucher of Rs.1000
  • Honor Holly 2 plus: Voucher of Rs.500
  • Honor 4X : Discount of Rs.1000
  • Honor 7: Discount of Rs.1000

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 Offers at Honor Store :

  • March 30th – April 30th: Each registered user will get a free coupon of INR 2000 which can be used to purchase Honor 7 or Nexus 6P.
  • April 1st – April 7th: Every day from 10am-8pm every hour 1 lucky registered user will get 1 Honor Holly 2 Plus (Non-CDMA version) on a lucky draw basis.
  • April 8th – April 10th: Rush Buy for Honor Bee, starts 11:00 and the phone will be priced at INR 1 for a limited quantity of 50 units every day.
  • April 8th – April 10th: Rush Buy for Honor 4X, starts 13:00 Hrs at a never before seen price with a limited quantity
  • April 8th – April 30th: Back cover as a gift on the purchase of Honor 5X and Honor Holly 2Plus

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