Lenovo is going to be the first brand to release a 5G smartphone?!

Surprise, Huawei! It seems like Lenovo is now taking Huawei on the run to release the first ever 5G smartphone on the market. For more information, read on right below!

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Lenovo is going to be the first brand to release a 5G smartphone!

Previously, we have brought you the news about many smartphone manufacturers jumping to the 5G smartphone race. Notably, the two strongest opponents in the competition are Huawei and Samsung. According to the latest report, Huawei has also begun on their work for their first 5G handset. Notably, the Chinese brand has been working with many smartphone component companies to produce the hardware needed. We have talked about one of the new technology Huawei is going to apply in our article HERE!

On the other hand, it seems like Huawei has another strong rival to watch out! In a recent Weibo post, Lenovo’s VP, Chang Cheng, has shared his company process on the 5G smartphone. Notably, he stated that Lenovo is going to be the final winner next year by releasing the first 5G smartphone using Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 855 chip. Unfortunately, he deleted the post shortly after the publication. So now we might have to wait and see if Chang Cheng’s statement can come true or not next year.

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On another note, many chipset brands have reportedly begun their work for a 5G support chipset in smartphones. Notably, we have Qualcomm with their Snapdragon 855 processor, Huawei and their product of 5G devices. Last month, Taiwanese MediaTek company finally announced their plan to launch their first 5G baseband chip – Helio M70! Besides, the Helio M70 is going to be among the first ones to support 5Gbps connections. As a result, it can become the head rival, fighting against Qualcomm, the Snapdragon X50 modem of which is doing the same but on its platform. Until now, many carriers have been testing 5G networks for a long time.

The 5G smartphones race between manufacturers begin

Which brand do you think will take the first place in the run to announce their first 5G device? Drop a comment to let us know your opinion!

Huawei defeats Apple to become the world’s no.2 smartphone brand!

Watch out, Apple! According to the latest report, Huawei has managed to defeat Apple and step up on the throne to become the world’s no.2 smartphone brand! What is the reason behind this success? Read on to find out!

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Huawei defeats Apple to become the world’s no.2 smartphone brand!

For the past years, both Samsung and Apple have been dominating the world’s smartphone market. However, the rise of many popular Chinese manufacturers proved to be a significant threat over these two giants. And finally, one legend is going down today! According to the latest report, Huawei catches up to the race and now surpassed Apple to become the world’s second largest smartphone manufacturer. Let’s get a more in-depth look into the situation through International Data Corporation (IDC) data.

Firstly, Huawei’s market share in the second quarter of 2018 increased by a whopping 40.9% year-on-year (YoY). As a result, the Chinese brand climbed up the ladder to the top. Moreover, the Chinese manufacturer has shipped a whopping 54.2 million smartphone units in Quarter 2 2018. Meanwhile, they grabbed a market share of 15.8%. Notably, this is an impressive increase as brand shipped 38.5 million units during the same period last year. On the other hand, Huawei continued to lead the Chinese smartphone market with a record market share of 27%.

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So what is the reason behind this success? In the first half of Quarter 2, the duo Huawei’s P20 and P0 Pro flagships were in strong demand in the $600 – $800 price bracket. In the second half, Huawei continued to launch the GPU Turbo technology, which boosts the sale further. Besides, Huawei’s sub-brand Honor also plays a big part in the massive sale number. On the other hand, Samsung continues its winning streak with a total of 71.5 million smartphone shipments (20.9% market share). Apple falls behind with 41.3 million iPhones and 12.1% market share.

Who will dominate the market next quarter?

Besides Huawei, Xiaomi and OPPO also enjoyed immersive success within the last quarter. As a result, we might expect a day when a China brand comes out on top of the chart! What do you think about this possibility? Drop a comment to let us know!

First Huawei 5G smartphone: new cooling technology, ten times faster than its 4G!

According to the latest report, the first Huawei 5G smartphone is going to arrive with a new cooling system and impressive performance which is “ten times faster than its 4G”! For more information, read on right below!

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First Huawei 5G smartphone: new cooling tech, ten times faster than its 4G!

Previously, we have reported that Huawei is aiming to be the first OEM to release the world’s first 5G-enabled smartphone. Today, a report from DigiTimes revealed all the key suppliers for the first Huawei 5G smartphone. Notably, the Chinese brand has decided to partner with different manufacturers for various components. Notably, one of the latest techs of this upcoming handset is its new Cooling module. This is an exclusive product of Taiwan-based Auras Technology.

On the other hand, Auras technology’s chairman YS Lin is reported to have noted that 5G technology is more than ten times faster than its 4G counterparts. As a result, such devices ought to adopt high-performance thermal solutions. Based on the latest report, the company began the trial production last week and is going to start the fulfilment process (flow production) in September this year.

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Moreover, the new Cooling module is said to be made from copper sheets and would be 0.4mm thin. With such design, the blade is capable of dissipating higher temperatures faster than graphite sheets found in current smartphones. According to a presentation slide shared at the Chinese company’s global analyst summit in Shenzhen, Huawei plans to debut their first 5G phone in the second half of next year. Before that period, the first Huawei 5G mobile hotspot will launch in the second quarter of 2019. What’s interesting is that both the future hotspot and smartphone will feature Huawei-designed modems to attain those 5G speeds. On another note, other phone manufacturers such as Nokia has also indicated interest in manufacturing 5G smartphone. For now, it’s unclear if Huawei would be the first brand to hit the market with the device.

The 5G smartphones race between manufacturers begin

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Kirin 980 chipset specs reveal 2.8 GHz octa-core CPU and custom GPU!

After the announcement two months ago, the Kirin 980 chipset specs are finally here with 2.8 GHz octa-core CPU and custom GPU. Keep reading for more details!

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Kirin 980 chipset specs surfaced online

The Kirin 980 chip is nearing its official launch and today, we got hold of its specs, including the CPU cluster. According to the sources from China, the maximum clock speed of the chip will be 2.8 GHz for the four powerful Cortex-A77 cores. While they will do the performance job, there are four more Cortex-A55 for power-efficiency. According to a report :“The upcoming Kirin 980 chips will adopt Cambricon’s processor IP. Cambricon’s recently-unveiled 1M series is the company’s new-generation AI chip designed using TSMC’s 7nm technology”.

Earlier, rumours brought out that Samsung was the supposed one to produce these alleged 7nm chips. It is also supposed to be 1.5 times faster than the Adreno 630 that is currently paired with Qualcomm Snapdragon 845. Thanks to the improved manufacturing process, we expect the Kirin 980 to be not only more powerful but considerably more practical than its predecessor – the Kirin 970 – which is currently powering the Huawei P20, P20 Pro and Huawei Honor 10. In the meantime, let’s take a look at the latest edition from Huawei – Honor Note 10!

Kirin 980 chipset specs

In terms of the screen, Huawei Honor Note 10 specs feature a large 6.59 screen with a resolution of 2220 x 1080 pixels. On the other hand, Huawei Honor Note 10 comes in different variants of storage: 6GB/ 8GB RAM and three ROM options 64GB/ 128GB/ 256GB. Moreover, there is a MicroSD card that can expand the storage up to 256GB. Speaking of the photography, Huawei Honor Note 10 camera equips a dual 16MP (f/1.8) + 24MP B/W snapper on the back. You can read the remaining specs HERE.

Kirin 980 chipset release date

As far as we know, the first phones to arrive with the Kirin 980 should be Huawei Mate 20 and Huawei Mate 20 Pro. And they are both coming in the last quarter of this year. Thus, Kirin 980 chipset would probably make its debut at that same time.

Xiaomi Mi A2 vs Huawei Honor Play: battle of 6GB RAM, dual 20MP cams!

Even though there are differences between the two hardware, they can both be bought at similar prices. But which one is worth buying? This Xiaomi Mi A2 vs Huawei Honor Play comparison will try to shed some light for you! Check it out!

Xiaomi Mi A2 vs Huawei Honor Play

Xiaomi Mi A2 vs Huawei Honor Play showdown

To be fair, Xiaomi Mi A2 and Huawei Honor Play do not have the best aesthetics out there. They are classic metal unibody devices just like most of the mid-rangers released in the last couple of years. In details, the Xiaomi Mi A2 specs feature a 5.99-inch IPS LCD with a 2160 x 1080 resolution and 18:9 aspect ratio. On the contrary, Huawei Honor Play specs pack a larger 6.3-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. Needless to say, team Huawei earns the first point!

For hardware, the Mi A2 takes power from Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset (64-bit octa-core, 2.2GHz). Meanwhile, Huawei Honor Play gets power from the Hisilicon Kirin 970 processor. In addition, Huawei Honor Play sports 4GB/ 6GB RAM and 64GB ROM (expandable up to 256GB). Besides, the Xiaomi phone offers the same 4/6GB RAM but a variety of 32GB/64GB/128GB of onboard storage (no card sot). Thus, team Xiaomi snatches back a point in this round!

Xiaomi Mi A2 vs Huawei Honor Play

Regarding the camera, the Xiaomi Mi A2 camera system boasts a dual 12MP + 20MP rear snappers along with a 20MP selfie one. Moreover, Huawei Honor Play camera system features a dual 16MP (f/2.2) + 2MP (f/2.4) rear sensor and a 16MP selfie lens (f/2.0). Another point goes to Xiaomi team for its better optics. Speaking of the battery, the Xiaomi device offers a 3000mAh battery capacity. Whereas, the Honor Play battery rocks a non-removable Li-Po 3750mAh juice box. Since both runs on Android Oreo system, team Huawei earns one point and makes this round a tie.

Xiaomi Mi A2 vs Huawei Honor Play release date and price

The two Xiaomi Mi A2 vs Huawei Honor Play is available to purchase now. As for the cost, Xiaomi Mi A2 price starts at $218 ~ Rs. 15, 000. Meanwhile, Huawei Honor Play price starts at $305 ~ Rs. 20, 999. In the end, we suggest getting the Honor Play device due to its impressive features and powerful gaming chipset with just only $100 more compared to the Xiaomi Mi 2 Price.

Huawei aims to release the world’s first foldable phone before Samsung does!

According to the latest report, Huawei is planning to launch their first foldable phone soon before any other brands do. Notably, this Huawei device is going to be the world’s first foldable phone! For more information, read on right below!

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Huawei aims to release the world’s first foldable phone before Samsung!

In the first half of 2018, we have reported about many smartphone manufacturers jumping in the development of a foldable phone! In details, we caught the news about Samsung, LG, OPPO and finally Huawei have already begun their work. On the other hand, many patents with different foldable design also showed up online during the past few months. On the other hand, we were sure that Samsung is going to be the first company to introduce their foldable device.

However, it seems like Huawei might knock the Korean manufacturer out in this race. Today, Nikkei Asian Review finally unveiled their report on the Chinese brand’s development. According to them, Huawei is planning to beat Samsung to launch the world’s first foldable screen phone. So, what is the reason behind this decision? In details, Huawei’s top priority for 2018 is to beat the arch-rival Samsung to the market. Some analysts suggested that Huawei can launch the phone in early 2019.

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On another hand, Huawei’s premium foldable smartphone is going to flaunt a flexible organic lighting-emitting diode display. Besides, the foldable screen is reportedly a product of Chinese panel supplier BOE (Beijing Oriental Electronics) Technology Group. Moreover, Huawei is initially planning to manufacture around 20,000 to 30,000 units of its foldable smartphone. Quite a small number! With this device, the Chinese brand aims to demonstrate its technical capabilities and attract attention from the industry and media. As for what we can expect from Huawei foldable phone specs, you can find out more HERE!

Huawei foldable phone release date and price

As mentioned above, the foldable phone of Huawei is going to arrive in 2019, the first quarter the soonest. Regarding the Huawei foldable phone price, it is approximately $840 ~ INR 54,824. Are you looking forward to this phone? Drop a comment to share with us your ideas!

Huawei Nova 3 series official launch in India: FOUR cameras, 6GB RAM and>

Brace yourself! The Huawei Nova 3 series official launch in India is happening today with FOUR cameras, 6GB RAM and more. Keep reading for more details!

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Huawei Nova 3 series official launch

Huawei is now fully back and operational in the Indian market, and this time, it’s the Huawei Nova 3 series turn. As we mentioned, the duo Nova 3 and the Nova 3i are ready to hit India market. As we learned, invitations have been sent to the media for the launch. According to our legit source, the event is taking place today in India. While a lot is in common between the two smartphones, the Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i target two different price segments. Huawei Nova 3 is a flagship smartphone, whereas the Nova 3i is more of a mid-range device.

With that said, what you will find in common with these two devices are their display panels. Both the smartphones include a 6.3-inch IPS LCD panel with an aspect ratio of 19:9 and a resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels. Moreover, the Huawei Nova 3 series uses a custom Huawei EMUI 8.2 ROM based on Android 8.1 Oreo. For Huawei Nova 3 camera, the phone gives a 16MP+24MP sensor. Meanwhile, Huawei Nova 3i camera packs a 16MP+2MP snapper. Underhood, the Huawei Nova 3 runs on the Hisilicon Kirn 970 chipset with Mali-G72 MP12 GPU.

Huawei Nova 3 series

The Nova 3 will also feature the latest GPU Turbo functionality which makes the smartphone an ideal choice for gamers. Meanwhile, the Nova 3i takes power from the mid-range Hisilicon Kirin 710 chipset with the Mali-G51 MP4 GPU. For storage option, you can get the Nova 3 with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. Whereas, the Nova 3i is available with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage (both expandable to 256GB).

Huawei Nova 3 series official release date and price

Starting now, the Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i will be available exclusively on Amazon. Regarding the cost, Huawei Nova 3 will have a price tag of Rs. 34,999 while the mid-range Huawei Nova 3i price begins around Rs. 20,990.

Huawei Honor Play official launches in India with dual 16MP cameras, 6GB RAM!

After the release in China last month, Huawei Honor Play official launch in India is finally happening today. The phone ships with Kirin 970 chipset and 6GB RAM. Keep reading for more details!

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Huawei Honor Play official launch in India

As you may know, Huawei Honor Play is one of the anticipated gaming smartphones to launch this year with the powerful processor. In addition, the Honor Play is expected to be the strong rival with three gaming smartphones, including Xiaomi BlackShark, Nubia Red Magic, and ASUS ROG. Last month, the phone made its debut in China. And now, the company is about to bring the device to India as well.

In addition, the handset will sell exclusively on Amazon.in website; while the official announcement will be held on August 6. About the design, the Honor Play has the all-glass design with an aluminium frame which is something we have seen already in previous devices. For examples the Honor 10 and Huawei P20 Pro. The phone follows the notch trend but, unlike the Xiaomi Mi 8, it has a narrower notch which can be hidden by using the software.

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Next, let’s take a closer look at the Huawei Honor Play official specs. In details, the Honor Play includes a 6.3-inch IPS LCD (1080 x 2340 pixels) and a tall 19:5:9 ratio. Moreover, this phone gets power from the Hisilicon Kirin 970 processor, paired with 4GB/ 6GB RAM with 64GB ROM (expandable up to 256GB). Meanwhile, the Honor Play camera system equips a dual 16MP (f/2.2) + 2MP (f/2.4) rear sensor and a single 16MP selfie lens (f/2.0). In addition, it rocks a non-removable Li-Po 3750mAh juice box and runs on Android 8.1 Oreo system.

Huawei Honor Play official release date and price in India

Unfortunately, the company hasn’t put out any statements about the Huawei Honor Play official price in India. So we’ll have to wait 12 more days until the announcement event to find out. For reference, the phone costs CNY 2,000 ($295), which makes INR 20,350 in local currency.

Huawei Nova 3i specs confirmed Kirin 710 chip, 3340mah battery and more!

According to our source, Huawei is preparing a Nova 3i model for a launch with Kirin 710 chipset, less capable main camera and no quick charging. Keep reading for more details on the Huawei Nova 3i specs!

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Huawei Nova 3i specs

For starter, the phone appears to look exactly the same as the original Nova 3 model. There are a notched screen, dual camera and a fingerprint scanner on the back of the phone. On top of that, the phone might have a 3.5-mm audio jack, but it also has a micro USB with Super Charge support. Under the hood, the Huawei Nova 3i is the first smartphone featuring new Kirin 710 SoC built on the 12nm process by HiSilicon.

In details, it has four Cortex-A73 at 2.2 GHz and four more Cortex-A53 at 1.7 GHz for power efficiency. Moreover, the company promises AI features of the interface and GPU Turbo mode out of the box as well. Also, connectivity is limited to Wi-FI 802.11b/g/n at 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth 4.2. Regarding Huawei Nova 3i specs, the handset includes a 6.3” LCD of FullHD+ resolution. Moreover, the screen comes with a 19:9 ratio like the original Nova 3.

Nova 3i specs

Concerning the storage, the handset works the only 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. However, there is a micro SD card to expand with up to 256 GB more. On the other hand, the OS is Android Oreo 8.1, covered by Huawei’s EMUI 8.1. Whereas, the power cell is 3,340 mAh and allows regular 10W charging. As we learned, Huawei Nova 3i camera includes the primary 16 MP + 2 MP back camera setup, and 24 MP + 2 MP combo for selfies.

Huawei Nova 3i release date and price

Overall, the Huawei new phone would be available in Black, White, and Iris Purple. Also, the Huawei nova 3i is available for online pre-order at the Filipino retailer Lazada or multiple offline stores. About Huawei Nova 3i price, it costs PHP15,990 or about $300/€260. Surprisingly, everyone pre-ordering the phone from July 19 to July 27 will receive a free Bluetooth speaker that usually costs PHP2,990 (around $55 or €50).

Huawei Mate 20 Pro display to feature a curved 6.23-inch OLED screen

Apart from the 40MP triple cam on the Mate 20 Pro mentioned in our last report, today we learnt that the phone’s display is likely to feature an OLED screen. Read on for more details about the Mate 20 Pro display!

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Huawei Mate 20 Pro display and specs

Last year’s Mate 10 settled for a regular LCD panel while the Mate 10 Pro model featured an AMOLED screen. According to our latest report, it suggests that Huawei is making the same decision this year and even taking it a step further. To be specific, the upcoming Mate 20 Pro will not only have an OLED screen, but it’s going to be a curved one like the Mate RS Porsche Design. The source also says that it’s going to be manufactured by the Chinese panel maker, BOE, instead of LG like the last time on Mate 10 series.

In addition, an in-display fingerprint is also expected as part of the package. Unfortunately, the leak doesn’t mention anything about the regular Mate 20 variant. However, rumour has it that the new OLED displays from BOE are going into mass production to be ready on time for October launch. There are also rumours going around suggesting that the Mate 20 Pro will feature FIVE cameras. In details, the system includes two snappers of 13MP on the front and three shooters of 40MP + 20MP + 8MP on the back; as well as a HiSilicon Kirin 980 chip underhood.

Mate 20 Pro display

As of now, nothing is officially confirmed so you’d be wise to hold your excitement for the time being. Regarding the Huawei Mate 20 Pro specs, the flagship sports a 6.23 OLED curved screen (2560 x 1440 pixels). Also, there supports 40W fast charging for its 3800mAh battery. Whereas, the Huawei phone might come with 6GB/8GB RAM and 256GB/ 512GB ROM (expand to 512GB).

Huawei Mate 20 Pro release date and price

In conclusion, the Chinese manufacturer is going to launch Huawei Mate 20 Pro flagship this October with its brother. Besides, Huawei Mate 20 Pro price starts around $799 ~ Rs. 54, 999. What do you think about the Huawei device? Leave us a comment in the section below to let us know!

Xiaomi Mi 9 vs Honor Note 10: triple 20MP camera setup, 8GB RAM and…>

Keep up with the battle between Xiaomi Mi 9 vs Honor Note 10 coming today with 8GB RAM and triple camera setup. Figure out the winner below!

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Xiaomi Mi 9 vs Honor Note 10 specs

Undoubtedly, Huawei Honor Note 10 is starting to surface online as the launching date is near. Whereas, Xiaomi Mi 9 is the successor of the latest trending Mi 8. For Huawei Honor Note 10 specs, we can expect that the handset may feature a massive 6.9-inch Super AMOLED 2K display. On the other hand, Xiaomi Mi 9 specs offer a 6.2-inch Quad HD screen with 18:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 1080 x 2280 pixels. Thus, the Xiaomi phone is ahead thanks to the better resolution.

Under the hood, the processor listed is the Kirin 970 inside the Honor 10 while Xiaomi Mi 9 takes power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset. Besides, the Xiaomi flagship comes with 6/8GB RAM and 128/256/512GM internal memory. Moreover, Huawei phone storage provides 6GB RAM, 128GB ROM (expandable to 256GB). As a result, the  Xiaomi team gains our vote again thanks to bigger storage.

Xiaomi Mi 9 vs Honor Note 10

Furthermore, Xiaomi Mi 9 battery rocks a non-removable 4300mAh juice box when Huawei phone bears a smaller 4100mah power pack. Photography-wise, Huawei Honor Note 10 camera includes a dual 16MP rear snapper and a 13MP front shooter. On the other hand, Xiaomi Mi 9 camera system sports a 16MP + 20MP + 16MP triple camera module at the back, along with PDAF and OIS technology. Besides, the front-facing snapper has a dual 20MP + 12MP pop-up sensor. Since both runs on Android Oreo, Xiaomi phone wins the final point and takes the lead in this battle!

Xiaomi Mi 9 vs Honor Note 10 release date and price

Out of the two, Xiaomi Mi 9 is going to launch at the end of this year while we expect to meet the Huawei phone at the same time but in China first. Besides, Xiaomi Mi 9 price starts around $799 and Huawei Honor Note 10 price starts from $650 ~ Rs. 44, 581. Thus, we prefer the Huawei flagship for its similar features to the Xiaomi but with a better price tag.

Huawei Honor 9i launch as the Honor 9X official in India: 4GB RAM,…>

Save the date! Huawei Honor 9X official launch in India is today, July 24. The phone ships with dual cameras and an affordable price tag. Read the full article for more details!

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Huawei Honor 9X official specs and design

Huawei’s sub-brand Honor sent out invites for an Indian event July 24 when the company is expected to announce a new phone. According to the latest report, the Chinese manufacturer is planning to introduce one new handset to the Indian market. To be specific, the handset in question is going to be the freshly released Honor 9i; but with a new name Honor 9X. Regarding the design and hardware, there seem to be little differences between the two models!

In details, the new Honor 9X comes with a bezel-less display and a notch on top. For the colour, the Honor handset is available in Magic Night Black, Charm Sea Blue, Purple Fantasy, and Green Jasper options. In terms of the display, Huawei Honor 9X specs feature a 5.84-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 1080 x 2280 pixels and a tall 19:9 ratio. Under the hood, the Honor 9X gets power from the Hisilicon Kirin 659 processor, paired with 4GB RAM with 64GB/ 128GB ROM.

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Moreover, there is a MicroSD card that can extra up to 256GB. Meanwhile, the Huawei battery rocks a non-removable Li-Po 3000mAh juice box. Next, coming to the photography, Huawei Honor 9X camera system packs a dual 13MP (PDAF) + 2MP (no AF, depth sensor) snapper on the back with LED flash. How about the selfie shooter? In details, there is a single 16MP front-facing lens. About the software, this phone runs on Android 8.0 Oreo system.

Huawei Honor 9X official release date and price

Huawei Honor 9X release date falls on July 24 in India, and the Honor 9X price starts at $220 ~ Rs. 15, 000. Are you excited for this Honor device’s debut? Drop a comment to let us know! In the meantime, stay tuned and wait for more updates from us!