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Best Christmas Smartphone Deals 2019

Christmas is just around the corner and a wide range of tech products get incredible price-cuts for everyone to make the most of the holiday season. Whether you want to treat yourself or your loved ones, tech products are both fun and functional; something that everybody appreciates. Smartphones, especially, in today’s fast-paced world keep us connected to what matters the most. This Christmas, if you are looking for a good bargain on mobile phones, we have got you covered with our roundup of the best Christmas deals 2019.

Huawei Y6 2019 6.09″ Unlocked 4G LTE Smartphone 2GB RAM 32GB Storage Android 9.0

Key Specifications:

MediaTek MT6761 Quad-Core Processor
2GB RAM, 32GB Storage
6.09″ Multi-touch Display (1560 x 720) Resolution
13MP Rear Camera & 8MP Front Camera
Android 9.0 Pie
Was £149.99 / Now £114.99 (Save £35)

Attractive and affordable, Huawei Y6 2019 is a decent smartphone offering an interactive user experience with its MediaTek MT6761 quad-core processor, 2GB RAM and 32GB storage capacity. It is available in three fun colours with 6.09″ multi-touch display. From up to the mark photographic capabilities to a long-lasting battery, Huawei Y6 has all the features that make it an exceptional entry-level smartphone. Save £35 and get it for only £114.99 in our Christmas Sale!

New Huawei P Smart 6.21″ Unlocked Smartphone, 3 GB RAM, 64 GB Storage – Black

Key Specifications:

Hisilicon Kirin 710, Octa-Core Processor
3GB RAM, 64GB Storage
Huawei Full view display with an 6.21-inch 18: 9 screen with smart split screen
High-spec 13MP + 2 MP dual rear cameras including Bokeh effect, face beauty and gesture shoot
Android 9.0
Was £179.99 / Now £159.99 (Save £20)

Equipped with the latest features and delivering decent performance to match its price, Huawei P Smart packs impressive power qualifying it for one of the best affordable smartphones. Huawei P Smart is fitted with Hisilicon Kirin 710 octa-core processor backed up by 3GB of RAM for remarkable responsiveness and 64GB of internal storage, which can be expanded with a microSD. Featuring a 13MP main camera, Huawei P Smart takes images of fairly good quality and captures all the details, vibrant colours and very less visual noise in low-light environments. Save £20 and get it now for only £159.99!

New Xiaomi MI Mix 2S 5.99″ 4G Unlocked Smartphone, 6GB RAM, 64GB Storage – White

Key Specifications:

Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 / 2.8 GHz Octa-Core Processor
6GB RAM, 64GB Storage
5.99″ Multi-Touch Display (2160 x 1080) Resolution
Camera (12MP+12MP) & 5MP Front Camera
Android 8.0
Was £579.99 / Now £484.49 (Save £96)

Founded almost a decade ago, Xiaomi has come a long way with its tech products of world-class quality. Xiaomi MI Mix 2S is one of the best-looking smartphones we have ever laid our eyes on. Running on Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 octa-core processor and 6GB RAM, Xiaomi MI Mix 2S boasts a curved ceramic design with almost no bezel on screen. Interestingly, the 5MP front camera is placed on the bottom right corner of the screen, unlike the usual smartphones we come across. The 12MP+12MP dual back camera captures great shots while keeping the details sharp and vibrancy of the colours consistent. The battery is quite impressive as well. All in all, it is a beautiful phone with some powerful features. Save £96 and get it now for only £484.49!

Xiaomi MI 8 6.21″ 4G LTE Unlocked Smartphone 6GB RAM, 64GB Storage – Black

Key Specifications:

Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 / 2.8 GHz Quad Core Processor
6GB RAM, 64GB Storage
6.21″ Multi-Touch Display (2248 x 1080) Resolution
Camera (12MP+12MP) & 20MP Front Camera
Android 8.1
Was £549.99 / Now £428.99 (Save £121)

A head-turning design, exceptional processing power, an AI-enhanced camera and an affordable price tag, Xiaomi MI 8 is, admittedly, a powerful package. Running on Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 quad-core processor and 6GB RAM, this smartphone will not let you down. The dual-frequency GPS offers accurate navigation while the 3D Beautify feature makes sure your selfies are always remarkable. Surprise your spouse with this stunning smartphone for only £428.99!

ASUS ZenFone 6 ZS630KL – 128GB – 4G Unlocked Smartphone, 6.4″ Display, 6GB RAM

Key Specifications:

Qualcomm SM855
Android P
6GB RAM, 128GB Storage
6.4″ LED Backlight Display with Gorilla Glass 6
Bluetooth V 5.0
0 TypeC, Support QC4.0/PD 3.0 Charging
Was £649.99 / Now £519.99 (Save £130)

Over the years, ASUS has proved that it’s anything but ordinary. Boasting a sophisticated style and innovative features, ASUS ZenFone 6 ZS630KL would be a perfect digital companion. It features the fastest ever mobile processor chip Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 855 so that you’re never low on processing power and graphics performance. The 5000mAh high-capacity battery makes sure that you’re always-connected and always-productive. The 48MP main camera and 13MP ultrawide secondary camera capture realistic photos. Save big and get this smartphone now for only £519.99!

Apple iPhone 8 -MQ6H2B/A – Silver – 64GB, 4.7″ Retina Display, Unlocked, 2GB RAM

Key Specifications:

Apple A11 Bionic Chip with embedded M11 motion coprocessor
2GB RAM, 64GB Storage
4.7″ Retina HD Display (1334 x 750) Resolution
12MP Rear and 7MP Front Camera
iOS 11
Was £479.99 / Now £379.99 (Save £100)

For the fans of Apple, iPhone 8 can be yours now for only £379.99 in our Christmas Sale. Apple iPhone 8 is tougher and more durable in comparison to its predecessors and features a clean water and dust resistant design for increased product life. Apple’s A11 Bionic chip gives you remarkable power to tackle your everyday mobile computing and is especially better for 3D apps and games. Recording stunning 4K videos and capturing life-like photos with the 12MP camera, iPhone 8 will never produce a bad photo. Make it yours for only £379.99 in our Christmas Sale.

Hurry up and avail amazing price-cuts on these smartphones now! You can browse more mobile phone options for Christmas gifts. Stay tuned for more discounts and offers on the tech you crave.

Please note: All prices are subject to change without notice and all offers are subject to availability.

December 18, 2019 0 comment

Black Friday Deals Reviews

Apple iPod Touch (128GB) 6th Gen Review

Ever since Apple decided to give its pocket player a fancier, fresher makeover, there has been no looking back. With countless units sold, Apple iPod Touch 6^th Gen is still the fastest, most powerful and efficient ‘iPhone without the phone’. Taking your music everywhere you go is not the only thing that it does. Equipped with a powerful A8 chip, an iSight camera, and multiple interactive apps, Apple iPod Touch 6^th Gen is similar to iPhone 6 in terms of performance and functionalities except for the capability of making calls and tracking location. Available in 5 fun colours, pink, gold, blue, silver and space grey, Apple iPhone Touch is the smartest addition to your tech collection. Get £100 off this smart MP3 player with code XMAS100 in our Christmas Sale.

Let’s take a detailed look at what’s inside.

Design

Apple iPod Touch 6^th Gen boasts an elegant and streamlined designed. At just 6.1mm thick, iPod Touch slides into your pocket without splitting at the seams. The clean, clutter-free and ergonomic design weighs only 88g. It is so feather-light, you wouldn’t even feel it’s there. Enjoy your running, jogging and workout routine without your music player weighing you down. The 4-inches touchscreen has a finger-print resistant coating which is again a plus when you’re using it during exertive activities or handing it over to the kids. The luxurious back has a smooth aluminium finish and houses a slightly-risen camera at the top-left corner. The volume key, on/off button, headphone jack and built-in speakers all occupy their customary spots. The only quandary about the design is, that it’s made to look like a phone and most people would want it as an additional device. Now, who wants to handle and take care of two phones at a time? Again, it narrows down to the user’s personal choice.

Features

Since it’s a media player, the biggest and most noteworthy feature of the Apple iPod Touch is the storage. With a storage capacity of up to 256GB, the Touch has ample room for all your music. You can stream 60 million songs with your Apple Music subscription and download as many as you like. It is fitted with the powerful A8 Fusion Chip for smoother processing, just like iPhone 6. While the A8 processor facilitates faster graphics performance whether you’re playing games, browsing the web or streaming high-definition videos, the M8 motion co-processor gives accurate fitness tracking.

Although primarily a music player, it still is one of its many feats. In addition to Bluetooth 4.1, Wi-Fi, Siri, Maps, AirPlay and Safari Internet browser, the Touch houses multiple applications including iMovie, GarageBand, Pages, Apple Music and more. Not to forget iMessage and FaceTime. The battery life is also incredibly impressive with a charge lasting up to 40 hours of music playback and 8 hours of video playing.

Camera

The 8-megapixel rear camera is a real treat for the snappers. You can take photos when you’re on the move with the fast autofocus mode that allows you to take the shot quickly. The photos are crisp, the details are sharp, colours are bold and even the far-off writings are readable. It also comes with 120fps slow-mo recording mode, time lapse, panorama and burst features. The wide array of filters are fun to apply effects on photos. The front FaceTime HD camera is 1.2MP and might not be as impressive but it does claim to detect face faster and more accurately now.

Screen & Sound

The 4-inches Retina display boasts 1136 x 640 resolution and 326ppi. Expect vibrant, popping colours and faster, fluid motion. While having fun with more than a 100 games in Apple Arcade, the Touch’s screen offers you an immersive experience. Apple iPod Touch also supports AR games for you to have fun with virtual monsters and battles with your friends. The sound quality is also crisp and enjoyable, as long as you use the Apple EarPods because the built-in speakers are not as great and the sound may be shrill.

Verdict

Considering all its fun features, it’s safe to say that Apple iPod Touch would be a fairly impressive accessory to have. Providing seamless access to multiple apps and the web, it is so much more than a mere MP3 Player. With its stylish build, fast processing and huge storage capacity, it is the best player out there.

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December 9, 2019 0 comment

Cyber Monday Deals

Cyber Monday 2019 Deals: Get Incredible Price-Cuts on the Latest Tech

Black Friday is great but do you know what’s greater? Cyber Monday!

After Black Friday comes to an end, Cyber Monday follows suit with equally exciting discount deals on everything from home to health and fashion to tech products. If you missed our amazing Black Friday deals, worry not, for the excitement continues in the form of our Cyber Monday Sale across a wide selection of laptops, tablets, PCs and more. Tech products from the world’s most acclaimed manufacturers have been discounted to give you incredible price-cuts. Not only do you get the Black Friday discounted prices but you also get another £100 off your purchase by using the promo code blackfriday100. Now, who would want to miss that?

Cyber Monday is mostly dominated by electronics and tech products, thanks to the industry churning new and improved tech every year. We at Laptop Outlet understand that and bring our customers the best deals on the latest tech. Whether it’s a business laptop you have had your eyes on for quite some time, a drawing tablet to fuel your creativity or you need a desktop PC for your family, our Cyber Monday Sale has everything for everyone.

Let’s take a look at the best Cyber Monday deals down below:

Microsoft Surface 13.5″ FHD+ Touchscreen Laptop Core i7, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD

Key Specifications

Intel Core i7 (7th Gen) / 2.5 GHz Max Turbo Speed 4.0 GHz Quad Core Processor
16GB RAM, 1TB SSD
13.5″ Touchscreen Display (2256 x 1504) Resolution
Iris Plus Graphics 640
Windows 10 S 64-bit
Special Offer Includes Logitech Doodle Collection M238 Sneakerhead Wireless Mouse
Was £1,499.99 / Now £1,059.99 (Save £1499)

Both fashionable and functional, Microsoft Surface is a luxurious laptop with power that goes beyond your expectations. Powered with 7^th generation Intel Core i7 quad-core processor, 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD, Microsoft Surface is a powerhouse to take on any task, big or small. Weighing at just 2.76 pounds, it offers the perfect balance of power and portability. While Microsoft Surface punches above its weight when it comes to battery, its vibrant 13.5” PixelSense™ touchscreen display makes sure you experience faster, easier, more natural navigation and bigger space for your ideas. With our Cyber Monday Sale, get this premium device for £1,059.99 and save £1499. You can get another £100 off at the checkout by using the promo code blackfriday100.

Viglen 13.3″ Full HD Touchscreen Ultrabook Intel Core i5-8250U 8GB RAM 256GB SSD

Key Specifications

Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz Quad Core Processor
8GB RAM, 256GB SSD
13.3″ Full HD Touchscreen IPS Display (1920 x 1080) Resolution
Integrated Intel UHD 620 Graphics
Windows 10 Pro 64-bit
Was £649.99 / Now £529.99 (Save £120)

Stunning design, premium feel and uncompromising power – Viglen Touchscreen Ultrabook checks all the boxes of what you look in a computing device. Equipped with the powerful Intel Core i5 quad-core processor, 8GB RAM + 256GB SSD and boasting a head-turning design, Viglen Touchscreen Ultrabook brings desktop-class computing to a sleek and versatile 2-in-1 form factor. The aluminium uni-body chassis supports hinges that provide full 360° rotation for you to connect, collaborate and communicate the way you want. Use it either as a full-fledged laptop or a compact tablet, the choice is yours. Its striking 13.3” High-Definition display gives you the freedom to enjoy the most graphics-rich content in exceptional visuals and contrast colours. Save £120 and get this powerhouse of a device now for £529.99! Get a further £100 price-cut at the checkout by using the promo code blackfriday100.

Apple iPod Touch

Key Specifications:

Listen to your favourite songs from Apple Music and iTunes
Experience the best iOS games with the powerful A8 chip and stunning Retina display
Take great photos and videos with the 8MP camera Make video calls and take selfies with the FaceTime HD camera
And send more expressive messages with stickers, games, and apps
Eligible for 3% Student Discount

Want your music to go everywhere you are? Whether you go running and want your favourite tracks to keep you company or you are a gym enthusiast and want the motivational songs to keep you motivated, Apple iPod touch makes it all possible without a pause. Coming with up to 256GB of storage, Apple iPod can stream 60 million songs and download your favourites. That’s not it. You can also enjoy gaming with a smoother action and greater detail. Thanks to the A8 fusion chip, Apple iPod touch offers uninterrupted performance and brilliant graphics while also having a long-lasting battery life. In addition to the light AR gaming, you can also use it for iMessaging and FaceTiming. Available in pink, gold, blue, silver and space grey, you can get this iPod for £269.99 and save £80. You are also eligible for a 3% discount if you are a student.

Get your hands on these amazing deals right now and thank us later. You can browse more Cyber Monday deals here.

Please note: All prices are subject to change without notice and all offers are subject to availability.

December 2, 2019 0 comment

Mobile

Future Of Smartphones In 2019

Smartphones have been getting insanely more powerful than ever before. The new generation is breaking all the previous performance benchmarks. They are on the par with many entry level laptops and with performance extremely optimised and being incredibly battery and user friendly. The screens are getting bigger by the day, the quality of display has improved drastically. Battery life has been constantly increasing with more capacity and faster charging speed. Phones themselves are becoming efficient in their usage of power. The large capacity battery makes sure that a full day is completed on a single charge. Cameras has been improving exponentially, gone are the days of point and shoot digital cameras. Smartphones are performing much better than those digital cameras. Some phones have camera quality comparable to previous generation DSLRs. The barrage of sensors that phones come with these days is astounding. Apart from the obvious fingerprint sensor, gyroscope, accelerometer and light sensor, phones now have heart rate monitors, steps counters, barometer, iris scanner, IR blaster and lots of others features!

Things You Need To Know

Smartphones are getting lighter; making them extremely portable even with the increasing battery life and screen size.
They are becoming much more reliable and durable with IP rating certifications and other cool technology used to safeguard the phone.
Its longevity has improved. Phones are now incredibly reliable due to construction and the materials used in producing them.
Disappearing bezels makes the phones more aesthetically pleasing to look at. But it also makes more use of the phone body for screen.

Features Of Smartphones

Security

In the earlier stages of smartphones, we have used the 4-digit pin or pattern password, now things are moved far way. We now have fingerprint scanner, iris scanner, face ID, in-display fingerprint scanner and lots more.

Flexible Displays

In the last 8 years, we have been seeing many flexible display videos on YouTube, but we have seen only post production models. For instance, phones like Samsung Galaxy Flex, ZTE x which might launch in 2019. Many companies tried, but failed to manage flexibility and durability at the same time.

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Battery Technology

We have been using lithium lion batteries. Technology has brought another battery called graphene battery. These batteries are capable of storing more current and even smaller in size.

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Seamless Voice Control

With the newly improved voice recognition app, greater capabilities of smartphones in the years to come, seamless voice control seems to be a viable goal. That, combined with gestures may bring interactivity to new level for smartphones for users.

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Augmented Reality (AR)

Smartphones are portable, they serve as a good platform for AR to work. Most AR apps available now utilise some form of Global Positioning System (GPS) to facilitate location searches and this feature will most likely develop further over the years to come.

In conclusion, smartphones are getting more smarter than ever before, packed with top of the range features and functionalities that provide a number of uses for users. Stay tuned to see what new smartphones will be launched this year!

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February 8, 2019 0 comment

ASUS

ASUS ZenFone 5 Review: What We Know So Far

Last month in Barcelona, ASUS revealed its new ZenFone 5 at MWC 2018! An addition to the ASUS ZenFone series, alongside with the ZenFone 4 and ZenFone 6, the ZenFone 5 is however nothing like its siblings. ASUS has given it a new design that has never been seen on any of the company’s products before. Some address the new smartphone as “the iPhone X clone”. Is ASUS’s new device anything more than a copy of Apple’s latest flagship? Read on to find out!

Design & Display

The ZenFone 5 is dubbed “the iPhone X clone” mainly because of its appearance. It features an edge-to-edge display with a notch at the top, exactly like the iPhone X. It won’t be surprising if people think you’ve got an iPhone X upon seeing the ZenFone 5 slide out of your pocket!

However, that doesn’t mean ASUS’s new phone is nothing eye-catching. With Full HD resolution and a 19:9 all-screen display aspect ratio, the 6.2” IPS display is beyond gorgeous. Despite the impressive screen size, the ZenFone 5 is the same size as previous ASUS devices that feature 5.5” screens. This is the result of the amazing 90% screen-to-body ratio. Together with the fact that it weighs only 155g, the new ASUS phone doesn’t feel like a large-screen device at all!

The camera placement again reminds us of the iPhone X. A dual camera module can be found at the top left corner of the glass back. An easy-to-tap fingerprint sensor is located at the centre of the back of the phone, allowing you to unlock the device effortlessly.

Camera & Battery

The dual cameras of the ASUS ZenFone 5 is one of the biggest selling point of the smartphone. Sitting alongside with the 12MP Sony IMX363 image sensor is the second 120-degree camera that makes the ZenFone 5 brilliant for taking wide-angle shots. It is perfect for fitting your large group of friends into your photos, and you won’t have any problem capturing a beautiful landscape!

As for the front-facing camera, it comes with 8MP and an aperture of f/2.0. With the facial recognition feature, you can unlock your phone without a PIN!

What makes the cameras of the ZenFone 5 even better is the AI scene detection. It identifies what you’re taking pictures of and adjusts the settings accordingly to optimise the photo quality.

The battery of ZenFone 5 stands out from the crowd thanks to its intelligent charging feature. The charging rate is automatically adjusted according to your charging habit, effectively minimising battery wear! The battery itself is rated at 3,300mAh – more than sufficient to power you through an average day!

Performance

The new ASUS phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor with 4GB of RAM, which gives it enough speed to handle all sorts of tasks, including some intensive gaming! The AI Boost option in the quick settings will make sure your demanding games are played smoothly. Also, prepare yourself for the latest features of Android 8 Oreo!

Release Date & Price

The ASUS ZenFone 5 is going to be released in the UK in April. Its price is still to be confirmed, but since the ZenFone 4 started at £449, we’re expecting a similar pricing.

If you like the look of the iPhone X but prefer Android OS, the ASUS ZenFone 5 is tailor-made for you! Although it does look like a copy of Apple’s flagship, ASUS’s new smartphone is undoubtedly a solid device.

Keep track of our blog for more of the latest information on the ASUS ZenFone 5, helpful reviews and other tech related news!

March 23, 2018 0 comment

Tech News

Colgate Joins Hands with Apple to Introduce Its First App-Enabled Electric Toothbrush

Colgate is collaborating with Apple to launch a high-tech toothbrush!

Named the E1, the artificially intelligent electric toothbrush offers real-time brushing feedback so users can improve their brushing habits. Made according to professional instructions provided by dentists, the toothbrush is equipped with real-time sensors and artificial intelligence algorithms to monitor brushing effectiveness in 16 zones of the mouth.

The E1 removes extra plaque with its sonic vibrating technology powered by Kolibree, the company that created the world’s first toothbrush with embedded artificial intelligence and 3D motion sensors. Kolibree also provides the toothbrush Bluetooth connectivity.

Integrated with Apple ResearchKit, a software framework that allows medical researchers to collect data from compatible apps and programmes, the E1’s Colgate Connect iPhone app gathers toothbrushing data with users’ permission for better and faster innovation. When users are brushing, the 3D brushing coach of the app will point out areas of the mouth where more attention is required during everyday brushing. The interactivity brings about a fun, enjoyable oral care routine, hence motivates users to develop a better brushing habit!

The E1 not only targets adult users but also children. Colgate has built a mobile game within Colgate Connect to get kids excited about cleaning their teeth. When playing “Go Pirate”, you’ll be using the toothbrush as a game controller. The longer you brush, the more coins you’ll get!

The new Colgate Smart Electronic Toothbrush E1 costs US$99.95, now available in the United States exclusively on Apple.com and selected Apple stores.

A toothbrush seems like an unusual investment for Apple, but it makes sense when we look at the tech giant’s attempt to push into the health space with the Apple Watch. You can also easily find a wide range of third-party health products such as smart scales, LED jump ropes, golf swing analysers and glucose monitors. Reports suggest that Apple is investing in its own health products, such as a method to monitor blood sugar as well as working to transform the iPhone into the central hub for all your medical data.

Are you excited about this smart electric toothbrush? We’re interested in seeing how popular it’ll become, especially when it is probably the most high-tech toothbrush so far!

Want to keep up-to-date with the latest tech news? Keep check of our blog!

February 16, 2018 0 comment

Apple

New MacBook Pro 2018: release date, news & rumours

Rumours are rapidly spreading about Apple’s launch of the new MacBook Pro 2018. As usual, Apple is expected to refresh the hardware of its MacBook Pro line this year, but a new report suggests there won’t be any significant updates in the portfolio. Read on to find out more about the new MacBook Pro 2018 release date, news & rumours!

The report reveals that Apple has reallocated MacBook Pro orders from Quanta to Foxconn so as to reduce costs and minimise risks. For the past couple of years, Foxconn has taken up around 20% of MacBook Pro orders with Quanta occupying the remaining 80%. This year, Quanta will remain as a manufacturer but it may lose about 30% of its orders to Foxconn, resulting in an even split of orders between the two MacBook Pro makers. Apple is comfortable to make such changes as it has no plans to bring any major upgrades to the new MacBook Pro.

This implies that the key feature of the top end MacBook Pro, the Touch Bar, will not be introduced to 2018’s MacBook Pro model. It would be difficult for Apple to market the Touch Bar as a significant part of the MacBook family if the feature isn’t available throughout the MacBook Pro collection. Apple’s determination to push the limits on laptop and desktop design is questionable.

Despite the disappointment, the 2018 model of MacBook Pro will be released with refreshed components.

Design & Display

It’d be quite surprising if the appearance of 2018’s MacBook Pro was distinctively different from the 2016 model. After all, keeping the same chassis design for a few generations has been Apple’s common practice up until now. So the new MacBook Pro is likely to retain the business-like silver and Space Grey colour options.

Apple may possibly increase the pixel count on the 15-inch MacBook Pro, giving the new machine a 4K display so that it can compete with Dell, HP and ASUS.

Performance

The next generation of MacBook Pro is likely to be powered by Intel’s Coffee Lake processor, meaning that the 13-inch version could finally shift from dual-core to quad-core. The Coffee Lake processor will bring about a 30% performance boost over the current Kaby Lake processors while lowering power consumption! With the new processor, 32GB of RAM will also be a possible feature of the MacBook Pro 2018.

Release Date & Price

Apple may release its latest MacBook Pro in June 2018 in order to coincide with WWDC, a conference held in California where Apple showcases its new software and technologies to software developers.

The potentially lower price may be the most exciting thing about the new Macbook Pro 2018! Since Foxconn is a slightly more affordable manufacturer than Quanta, Apple is able to make this device more affordable for consumers.

There you have it – everything about the new MacBook Pro 2018: release date, news and rumours! Although we are not expecting any majorly ground-breaking new features on the MacBook Pro 2018, the functionality of the new model will certainly not disappoint. Just the anticipation of MacBook or MacBook Air 2018 is enough to keep us excited!

For more of the latest information on the MacBook Pro 2018, helpful reviews and other tech related news, keep track of our blog.

January 26, 2018 0 comment

Tech News

Is the Download Officially Dying in 2018?

The rumours may not bother you if you’re a loyal subscriber of Spotify, Tidal and Apple Music, but there is a chance that 2018 is the last year we can download an MP3.

It is reported that Apple, whose iTunes service plays a leading role authorising music downloads, is ready to kill the service off. Reportedly, the company may phase out downloads within a year.

Is the downloads market important?

It is undeniable that the downloaded music market appears insignificant compared to streaming. Statistics show that in 2017, streaming platforms including Spotify, Deezer, Apple Music and YouTube have brought about engagement between consumers and music on an unprecedented scale, setting new benchmarks for the music industry. On the contrary, there is a noticeable decrease in album and digital track downloads. As the distribution of music has shifted from physical mediums to a digital-first reality, downloads seem to be dying out.

Is the rise of streaming good news or bad news for artists?

Unfortunately, streaming benefits the consumers but not the artists. The money an artist makes on Spotify only takes up about 1% of their income on average, and it takes more than a year for them to get paid for a stream. The streaming service also sold out to major labels by offering a series of restrictive deals early on so as to obtain the rights to use their catalogue. As a result, both Spotify and the labels benefit while the artists suffer.

Will downloaded music really disappear?

Nevertheless, many question if it will be a wise move for Apple to cease its music download service. iTunes is now offering something Spotify doesn’t – DRM-free MP3s that can be downloaded and used without any restrictions. This is a huge advantage when Spotify users cannot do anything with the music, which is confined within the streaming platform.

Despite the fact that digital music has taken over physical sales, it may be counterproductive to force consumers into streaming by removing the option of downloading. Users may be diverted to stream-ripping sites instead, benefiting the pirates.

One must also not neglect frequent flyers, the group of consumers that have no other choice but to download. As long as there is a demand, it is unlikely that downloaded music will disappear entirely from the market.

The demand for downloaded music is likely to remain until mobile networks get to a point where there is reception everywhere and users are allowed to do anything they want. With the rise of streaming-friendly 4G networks and the introduction of 5G, the days of freely downloading an MP3 are undoubtedly coming to an end.

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January 10, 2018 0 comment

Reviews

Samsung Galaxy S9: release date, news & rumours

With Apple having its new flagship iPhone released, it is not surprising that Samsung has been building hype for its next big thing – the Samsung Galaxy S9. As the Korean brand is one of Apple’s main rivals, it makes sense to compare the new Android phone to the iPhone X. So what exactly is the Galaxy S9? Read on to find out more about its design, specs, news, release date and other rumours!

Design & Display

Retaining the same 5.8-inch panel size as the Galaxy S8, the Galaxy S9 is not going to bring any surprise in terms of sizing. Nevertheless, it is reported that a new lamination process is introduced to produce a phone screen that is curved on all four edges. The screen is finished off with a new water-repellent coating, making the new Samsung phone rain-friendly. What would make the display even more unique would be the rumoured in-screen fingerprint scanner. This is a notable move by Samsung to combat the recent complaints regarding the placement of the fingerprint sensor next to the rear camera on the latest Samsung phones.

Last but not least, the Galaxy 9 may feature a modular design. Magnetic pins may be introduced on the back of the phone so that users can upgrade the device by attaching external modules!

Camera & Battery

Although the size of the phone is remaining unchanged, a larger battery is expected in the Galaxy S9 as it is reported that the substrate-like PCB technology Samsung is using enables a bigger battery to be fitted in without having a larger processor.

The Samsung Galaxy S9 is rumoured to be able to produce some of the most stunning slow motion videos. According to industry sources, Samsung is developing a rear camera that shoots at 1000 frames per second – more powerful than any smartphones on the market. This is going to make the new flagship phone stand out from the crowd.

OS & Power

The Snapdragon 845 is very likely to be powering UK versions of the Galaxy S9. The octa-core chip has four cores running at 2.8GHz and four at 1.8GHz. The performance of the fastest cores are 30% stronger than the fastest cores in the Snapdragon 835! While power use has been decreased, the enhancement in AI processing and graphics performance is noteworthy. The chipset also bumps up the camera’s video recording potential to Ultra-HD!

As for elsewhere in the world outside of the UK, Samsung is going to uses its own Exynos 9810 chips that has just been announced. The LTE modem included makes the Galaxy S9 faster than any other smartphones – It supports theoretical download speeds of 1.2Gbps, which means you could download an HD movie in 10 seconds!

Nevertheless, we are probably not going to find 6GB of RAM inside, even though the feature is found on a number of older phones, Samsung has decided to stick with the sensible 4GB spec.

Release Date & Price

A February or March 2018 launch is expected. Traditionally, Samsung launches its flagship before MWC in February, but some also say there will be a late February announcement before the official launch in early March.

Price wise, with the Galaxy S8 launched at £689, there is no doubt that the Samsung Galaxy S9 is going to be expensive. However, as Samsung has been keeping its pricing in line with other flagship phone makers up till this year, we do not expect the price to go any higher than the current RRP.

Are you as excited as you for the release of the Samsung Galaxy S9?! For more of the latest information on the Samsung Galaxy S9, helpful reviews and other tech related news, keep track of our blog.

January 5, 2018 0 comment

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Meet Generation Alpha: The Screenagers

The millennials are the generation marketers have been trying to wrap their heads around for years, thanks to their immense buying power and their influence over different industries. While the importance of the millennial generation has been recognised, few have discovered the power of their children – Generation Alpha, especially when it comes to their impact over the world of technology. Yes, even when many of them are still feeding on baby formulas or not even born!

Who are the Alphas?

Generation Alpha, offspring of the millennials, are born from 2010 until 2025. Growing up with an iPad in their hands, they are the most technologically supplied children ever. Many of them know how to scroll before learning to walk and spend time on digital devices everyday. These “screenagers”, who have digital technology fully integrated into their lives, are shaping the technology trends like never before.

Technology Trends Set by the Alphas:

Kid-Friendly Tech Accessories

Generation Alphas are profoundly influencing their millennial parents’ buying habit on tech products. There is no surprise kid-friendly tech accessories become widely popular while the alphas are given phones and tablets as toys. Child-safe BUDDIBOX iPad Case was one of the “most wished for” items on Amazon.com at last year’s Christmas.

Apps for Kids

As smartphones and tablets are a part of the Alphas’ day-to-day life since the day they are born, educational apps tailored for the generation are among one of the most profit-making in the app store. One defining example is ABCmouse, an educational platform exclusively targeting generation Alpha, which is subscribed to by over 1 million families.

Alphas as Tech Creators

It does not make sense to question Alphas’ power to create technology when they are exposed to it like being exposed to air and water. Aside from educational apps targeting kids as the users, pioneering marketers have discovered the potential to include the Alphas as creators in the apps. Apple takes the lead by making coding available to everyone via its Swift Playgrounds iPad app. Smart construction startup Sam Labs takes the game to another level by introducing toys that allow children to learn coding and engineering basics while playing. These toys are linked to an iPad app so that kids can build systems and inventions.

Alpha Social Influencers

It is not difficult for Alphas to create influence on social media platforms at such a young age when they are growing up playing with smartphones. For example, 4-year-old fashionista Laerta has more than 526,000 followers on her Instagram account, while Charli and Ashlee, 7 and 10, of YouTube baking channel CharlisCraftyKitchen have over 800,000 subscribers and an average of 29 million monthly views. With the support of their Alpha audience who play with electronic devices everyday, it is unsurprising that these alphas’ personalities are successful on social media channels.

The Alphas are impacting the latest trends of technology in full force and influencing the consumption patterns of their millennial parents profoundly. Stay up to date with the influence of The Alphas and the new trends we’re sure to come across at www.laptopoutletblog.co.uk.

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