Implication of the ban for Huawei Android phones What this means is that from this point, Huawei will no longer be able to use Google apps e.g. Google Play, mail, Maps, etc, in upcoming Huawei Android phones, and will also be unable to provide Android OS updates to existing phones. In addition, Huawei will need to source hardware components from non-US companies. Note that Huawei can still use Android – the vanilla open source version (Android Open Source Project) that does not require anyone to have a license from Google, but any such Huawei Android phones will not have Google Play, Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Maps, etc built in....

The Nigerian automobile manufacturer is rolling out ambulances at a faster pace to meet supplies. Nigeria’s two largest cities have been under lockdown for weeks now, as COVID-19 cases continue to rise. The company has also made an ambulance donation to the Anambra State government in eastern Nigeria to support relief operations in the Nnewi region of the state. In related news, the Federal Government of Nigeria says it has opened talks with Innoson and others to explore the possibilitiy of manufacturing ventilators in the country....

You may not know it, but three forward-looking smartphone brands (and a more recent one) in the market are owned by, and operate under, a company called BBK. BBK Electronics Corporation is a Chinese company specialized in electronics such as television sets, mp3 players, digital cameras and smartphones. It markets smartphones under three major brands that you may be already familiar with and a much smaller one that you may not....

The iQOO U1 is built around a 6.53-inch LCD with a 2340×1080 pixels resolution. In the display’s top left corner, this device houses a punch-hole that has an 8MP selfie camera for video calls and selfie photos. In the rear, a triple-rear camera layout aligned in the top-left corner features a 48MP main camera headlining the setup. This camera is assisted by a 2MP macro camera and a 2MP depth sensor....

The partnership between BlackBerry Ltd and TCL lasted 3 years, with a handful of BlackBerry phones, including BlackBerry KEYone, Motion, KEY2 and KEY2 LE, released. The official statement from BlackBerry/TCL reads: BlackBerry has struggled to gain a firm footing since it switched from its pioneer proprietory operating system, BlackBerry OS to BlackBerry 10 and then to Android OS. We do regret to share however that as of August 31, 2020, TCL Communication will no longer be selling BlackBerry-branded mobile devices....

itel S16 Pro is one of the three variants in the itel S16 series of smartphones. As you already may know, itel Mobile makes smartphones for the entry-level market only. Last year, there were two S15 variants. This year, there are three in the S16 lineup, and the Pro model is the middle variant. It is above the vanilla itel S16 and below the itel S16 Pro 4G. What does it offer, and where does it fit in your budget and needs?...

Long term iPhone SE Review: The iPhone SE’s place in Apple’s arsenal The iPhone SE is cosmetically similar to the 5s, but that’s where the similarity ends. Packing the hardware improvements of the iPhone 6s – besides the extra 0.7 inches (1.78 centimetres) of screen with 3D touch implementation – the SE is a more competent phone than the 5s. Being that I never got to publish my experience with the 5s, I’ll endeavour to use it as a benchmark for evaluating how competent the SE really is....

2G mobile network bands: GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz. 3G mobile network bands: UMTS, WCDMA, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 MHz 4G mobile network bands: LTE 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41. USA/Latin America: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12/17, 13, 28, 66 5G mobile network bands: No. SIM Type: Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Software / OS: stock Android 11...

Today’s comparison brings two entry level devices from different time periods to our table. Both smartphones are from different makers, with the OPPO A3s launching in July of 2018, while the Samsung Galaxy A21 launched in April of 2020. Both smartphones come under the spotlight today. Let’s get straight into the thick of things and see what both entry-level smartphones have to offer us underneath their beautiful designs. OPPO A3s vs Samsung Galaxy A21 Comparison Table Here, we’ll take a much closer look at the specs on both sides, checking out what both devices really pack underneath....

Generally, the Reno3 Pro is expected to flaunt a 6.5 inch AMOLED 90Hz display with an embedded fingerprint sensor. There could be up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of inbuilt storage. The smartphone will run Android 10-based ColorOS 7 and pack a 4025mAh battery under the hood. The battery will support 30W fast charging. We are not quite sure if there will be any other variations to these specifications for the Nigerian variant apart from the 4G/5G modifications....

There are two variants, distinguishable with their RAM and storage. One has 3GB RAM + 32GB storage, while the other has 4GB RAM + 64GB storage. Samsung Galaxy M11 Full Specs and Features Mobile Wireless Network and Software 2G mobile network bands: GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz.3G mobile network bands: UMTS, WCDMA, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz4G mobile network bands: LTE 1(2100) / 2(1900) / 3(1800) / 5(850) / 7(2600) / 8(900) / 20(800) / 28(700) / 38(2600) / 40(2300) / 41(2500)....

2G bands: GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz. CDMA 800 / 1900 / TD-SCDMA 3G bands: UMTS, WCDMA, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 MHz. 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 MHz; CDMA2000 1xEV-DO 4G bands: LTE 1(2100) / 3(1800) / 5(850) / 8(900) / 38(2600) / 40(2300) / 41(2500) 5G bands: SA/NSA/Sub6 SIM Type: Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Software / OS: One UI 3....

This update is rolling out in stages in typical Samsung tradition and has the firmware version G770FXXS3BTG2 for the Galaxy S10 Lite and A505FNXXS5BTH1 for the Galaxy A50. Reports from SamMobile say that the Galaxy S10 Lite will receive the August 2020 security patch update in Panama, Bolivia, Trinidad and Tobago, Peru, Colombia, and Paraguay. Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy A50 will come to countries like Poland, Netherlands, Germany, Bulgaria, Romania, Greece, and France....

Phone Status: Official. Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro is a rugged, water-resistant, dust-resistant phone with a removable battery. It achieved IP69 and MIL-STD-810G certifications and can withstand falls from heights of up to 1.5m. Lastly, it can function as a mobile point of sale (mPOS), so this might be perfect for field sales personnel. Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro Specs and Features Mobile Wireless Network and Software 2G mobile network bands: GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz....

When looking for the best value budget models, Samsung’s A-series range of smartphones is where to look. And that is where we turn to for all the Samsung phones under 300 dollars listed in this shopping guide. Let’s start with the company’s top bestseller from 2021, Samsung Galaxy A12. This budget smartphone outsold every other Samsung phone in the market and also every other Android phone in the world. It has to be good to be able to achieve that; right?...

Mobile devices/accessories and fashion are fast becoming a complete blend. These products are highly fashion driven and, however we may see things, they compliment who you are and your taste in fashion. It Is All In The Colours Guys tend to go for the masculine colours, designs, and frames. And true to form, ladies have their preferences. For example, when a chick steps out with a white iPhone and another with the usual black and slate option, who attracts attention first and gets all the Uuhs, Awws, and Aahs?...

TCL has taken steps to ensure regular software updates for the devices, promising one major Android upgrade for the 10 Pro and 10L, as well as security updates every two months for the next two years. A statement from a spokesperson representing the company says that “We can confirm both the TCL 10 Pro and TCL 10L will, at minimum, receive one major OS update as well as SMR updates every two months for 2 years”....

But first, we ask, Who are these devices targeted at? People with some fairly good income who can afford better than entry-level phones but are unable or unwilling to spend on a premium smartphone. Both mid-range smartphones in this comparison review offer some premium and advanced features at pocket-friendly prices. The Nokia – also known as Nokia X6 – comes from July 2018, but its Snapdragon 636 processor is a more efficient and more powerful chip than the Helio P35 in the Phantom 9, which was launched in July 2019....

In essence, the TECNO POP 3 and Infinix Hot 8 are two starkly different smartphones, and so this is not exactly a comparison of equals or peers. Still, we do the hard work so that if you are wondering what they look like side-by-side, you get the picture. TECNO POP 3 vs Infinix Hot 8 Comparison Speaking of a side-by-side view, here is our tabular comparison of the specs and features of the two phones, and the table speaks volumes....

The entry of more manufacturers into the smartphone business has made it possible to have more affordable devices than in times past. Now, the market is filled with different manufacturers who cater to different spheres of the market from entry-level to high-end. Today, we would be taking a really close look at two budget-friendly entry level devices (incidentally from the same makers Transsion), what they have to offer you, what features and specs may entice you, and everything in between....