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The ZTE Flip 5G is the most affordable folding smartphone in the U.S., and it achieves that elusive goal with a snazzy design and respectable innards in tow.

ZTE doesn't have a big presence in the U.S., but it just announced a bunch of new Android phones at MWC 2024 — and they look pretty good.

ZTE has announced a new tablet with a whole lot of buzzwords attached to it. Say hello to the ZTE Nubia Pad 3D II, which combines 3D, AI, and 5G.

Nubia Z50S Pro arrives with nice features especially at the camera level. There are three variants of the device. Two come with lens-like camera bump, with strong feel of leather. The third one, according to a reliable source, comes inspired by ice, decorated with an opalescent ring.Nubia Z50S Pro designPaying attention to the front of the phone, one is quick to notice the device has a large screen that makes it easy for users to watch movies, play games, and do other things. A large 6.78 AMOLED display with 1260×2800 pixel resolution, with 452 ppi. The device is a 10-bit panel with 100 percent coverage of DCI-P3. Amazingly, the device supports DC dimming and high frequency dimming.Those who love gaming will be fond of the display which runs at 120Hz and boasts 1,000Hz touch sampling. That doesn’t mean it can perform as great as the Red Magic when it comes to gaming. However, users will not be disappointed at the Nubia Z50S Pro gaming capacity.Camera features of Nubia Z50S ProIt is equipped with 50MP ultra-wide camera that has 13mm lens, doubling as a macro cam. It is able to focus at fair 2.5cm/1in. taking photos from isn’t a problem with this device because it’s got 80mm tele lens with a 16MP sensor at the rear. One can find the pictures taken with Nubia Z50S Pro online as ZTE already shared them so would-be buyers could comprehend the power of the device. You can see some of them on this post.One of the pictures snapped with the phonePerformancePower isn’t an issue in this device as the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 chipset keeps the phone cool while it is in extensive use. There’s a massive 4,233mm vapor chamber that helps accomplish this. On the battery side, it boasts a 5,100mAh battery that supports 80W fast charging. It lasts for more than a day on a single charge.Availability and pricePre-order is still on-going but the open sale starts on the 27th of July. There are three versions of Nubia Z50S Pro available. The 12/256GB which sells at $515, other variants are 12GB/1TB, and 16GB/1TB.

MWC 2023 Barcelona (Mobile World Congress) the greatest mobile phone event of the year ended on a high note. The event was held in Barcelona from Feb 27 to March 2. What a wonderful event, every brand showcased a glimpse of their latest gadgets. The event witnessed over 88,500 attendees from 202 different countries and territories. At MWC 2023, we saw a ton latest and futuristic gadgets, from concept phones and rollable display phones to the latest gadgets from brands that you can actually buy. Talking about numbers, MWC Barcelona 2023 observed a boost in numbers this year. The event saws Over 40% keynote speakers are from adjacent countries, with more than 40% female keynote speakers. More than 2,400 exhibitors, sponsors, and partners. More than 2,400 journalists and industry analysts from around the world attended the event in person.No doubt, MWC Barcelona 2023 was the greatest event ever this year. Here are some gadgets which really really impressed us a lot. Motorola showcased Moto Rizr- Motorola’s concept rollable phoneCredit- The MrMobileAt MWC 2023, Motorola presented its latest Moto Rizr rollable smartphone (you can call it the latest innovative phone too). It’s just a concept smartphone but that needs some improvements so far. Moto Rizr rollable concept phone will soon hit the market says Yuanqing Yang, the CEO of Lenovo. Talking about its features, the phone sports a 5-inch main display that can be rolled up to a 6.5-inch panel. Furthermore, the smartphone has great camera specs which capture really good shots. Motorola’s product marketing head, Angelina Gomez demonstrated the rollable phone’s capabilities during the presentation at MWC. The smartphone automatically expands to a larger screen when texting, writing mail, and watching a video on youtube. Definitely, this Motorol’s Moto Rizr rollable concept smartphone is a game changer in the world of rollable or foldable smartphones. OnePlus 11 ConceptThis is Oneplus’ coolest concept phone to date. The Oneplus 11 concept smartphone sports a stunning design with mesmerizing blue-colored pipelines on the back. OnePlus introduced its latest OnePlus 11 concept smartphone equipped with Active CryoFlex liquid cooling technology. OnePlus claims that the Active CryoFlex liquid cooling technology can bring down the temperature of the phone by up to 2.1°C during gaming and 1.6°C during charging. You can check out the full details of the OnePlus 11 Concept phone here.Xiaomi unveils Xiaomi 13 series and AIoT ProductsXiaomi announced the most prominent camera-focused Xiaomi 13 series at the MWC. Xiaomi collaborated with a popular camera brand Leica to achieve the best photography results in every condition. Xiaomi 13 Pro is the higher-end variant in the 13 series and comes with a stunning 6.73-inch 2K AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, 12GB of RAM, and up to 512GB of storage options. Along with the Xiaomi 13 series, the brand also launches its latest AIoT products including Buds 4 Pro, Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro, and Electric scooter 4 ultra, Check out the full details here. Realme GT 3 240W Realme unveiled one of the most exciting Realme GT 3 smartphones at the MWC 2023. The smartphone is pretty famous for its ultra-fast charging speed. Realme packed 240W fast charging technology in the Realme GT 3 smartphone. According to Realme, the smartphone charges 20% in just 80 seconds, that’s crazy. It’s the fast-charging smartphone on the market. But Realme also has rivals too when it comes to the offering fastest charging solutions. Redmi’s Note 12 Pro Plus Discovery Edition has 210W fast charging tech which almost charges phone the 100% in just 9 minutes.Tecno Phantom V FoldTecno’s first-ever foldable smartphone under the subbrand called Phantom. Tecno makes its emphatic entrance into the foldable market with its premium Phantom V Fold smartphone.The book-style Phantom V Fold smartphone is the first smartphone powered by MediaTek Dimesity 9000+ processor which makes it a powerful foldable smartphone on the market. Tecno’s latest foldable is the perfect rival to the Xiaomi Mix Fold 2, Galaxy Z Fold 4, and others. Speaking about specs, the Phantom V Fold sports a 7.85-inch 2k+ AMOLED display when unfolded and a 6.42-inch FHD+ AMOLED display when folded. You get a triple rear camera setup in the Phantom V Fold with a 50MP primary sensor joined with a 50MP telephoto and 13MP wide-angle lens. There’s a 32MP external display selfie camera and a 16MP internal display camera. It’s equipped with a 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging support. OPPO showcases battery-less tracking tags and its premium Find N2 Flip and IoT productsOPPO introduced its first-ever battery-free tracker at Mobile World Congress 2023. The tracker is operated by using technologies such as RF signal harvesting, backscattering, and low-power computing. OPPO also showcased the OPPO Find N2 Flip smartphone at MWC which was already launched in the global market. A worthy competitor to the galaxy Z Flip 4 comes with interesting features. It has a remarkably larger 3.26-inch cover display which is the largest cover display ever in the foldable segment (Galaxy Z Flip 4 has just a 1.9-inch cover screen ). The smartphone features a clamshell folding design. It comes with a 6.8-inch OLED panel, Dimensity 9000+ processor, and a 4,300mAh battery (bigger than Galaxy Z Flip 4’s 3700mAh). OPPO Find N2 Flip check out full details here.ZTE unveiled the Nubia Pad 3D tabletZTE introduced its latest and most advanced Nubia Pad 3D tablet at MWC. The pad has the capability to produce 3D effects without the need for glasses. The Nubia Pad 3D flaunts a 12.4-inch IPS LCD 2560x1600px resolution display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 16:10 aspect ratio. ZTE’s 3D tablet comes with a DLB layer developed by Leica, which offers an immersive 3D viewing experience. Furthermore, the tablet is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor paired with 256GB storage. It houses massive a 9,700mAh battery with 33W fast charging support and runs on Android 13 out of the box.MWC 2023 was packed with so many latest, futuristic, and innovative gadgets. It’s going to be very exciting when products like Techno Phantom V Fold and Nubia Pad 3d, will hit the market in 2023. It will be fun to see competition between foldable, wearables, and smartphones too.

A new model of the ZTE Axon series is on the way. Even though ZTE already has a third-generation under-display camera (UDC) flagship, the 40 Ultra, the company is poised to re-raise its 2021 iterations with the new release. The ZTE Axon 30S is a slightly upgraded version of the ZTE Axon 30.ZTE Axon 30S costs $238, but is it worth it?The 6.92-inch, 10-bit OLED display on the ZTE Axon 30S has an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The new device is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC. Even though the chipset is becoming older, it can still easily handle basic work. Furthermore, it has adequate power to handle demanding games smoothly. The phone has an internal storage capacity of up to 256 GB and up to 12 GB of RAM.ZTE Axon 30S has a 16MP under-display (UD) selfie camera and a UD fingerprint scanner. Along with an 8MP ultrawide camera and a 5MP macro lens, there is a 64MP primary camera on the back of the device. The 30S also includes enhanced 55W charging for a 4,500mAh battery.The device still runs Android 12 with a MyOS from ZTE. It has not been officially announced yet, but the 30S may finally get Android 13.The pricing has also changed, with the entry-level 8/128GB model costing $238 while the 12/256GB model costs $308 — the same price as the 8/128GB Axon 30’s debut price a year ago. Chinese customers can purchase an Axon 30S in black or blue starting today. However, there are currently no details on worldwide availability.Given that the under-display camera is a trend in the mobile industry, it is important to remember that ZTE is also present in this market.It is worth noting that individuals looking for a ZTE device with top features might choose the ZTE Axon 40 series. These devices are offered in all major markets with more recent CPUs and under-screen cameras.

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In a move three years in the making, Huawei and ZTE have now been banned in Canada over 5G technologies.

ZTE this week announced its Axon 40 Ultra smartphone for China, putting the flagship experience up for pre-sale with a starting price of about $750 USD. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra runs Android 12 with the handset maker’s MyOS 12 interface and features high-end hardware. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor is paired with at least 8GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB storage. Other versions include 12GB and 16GB of memory with 512GB and 1TB of internal storage capacity.The phone houses a 6.8-inch AMOLED display at 1,116 x 2,480 pixel resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate. Moreover, it has a peak brightness of 1500 nits, 360Hz touch sampling, and 10-bit color depth. The 5,000mAh battery supports up to 65W super-fast charging.When it comes to cameras, ZTE leans pretty heavily into this space for the Axon 40 Ultra. Present here are 64-megapixel triple camera system with wide and ultrawide shooters.The main camera has 35mm equivalent focal length, with a 7P lens and a large aperture of f/1.6, which give it a hardware-based optical blur effect. The ultra-wide camera has a 16mm equivalent focal length and 4cm macro capability while the telescope periscope lens has a 91mm focal length with optical image stabilization. According to ZTE, the Axon 40 Ultra is the only smartphone on the market with 8k ultra-high-definition video recording. Furthermore, it comes packed with AI capabilities and shooting modes for capturing in low-light settings as well as more humanistic colors. Rounding out the hardware are Snapdragon Sound, DTS Audio stereo dual speakers, and a large vapor chamber for cooling. The whole thing is sleek and sexy with a “super-curved” waterfall surface design, rear-camera frameless glass design, and a practically hidden metal platform.ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is available for purchase in Mainland China now with a global release expected in June. It’s currently available for for ¥4998 for 8+256GB and ¥5298 for 12+256GB models.

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ZTE’s Axon 20 5G was the first to market featuring an under-display front-facing camera. Unfortunately, the camera failed to impress in quality and in being completely invisible behind the screen.Since then, ZTE has been hard at work improving both the quality of the photos as well as making the camera blend in more seamlessly, and now, it’s finally ready to release the Axon 30 with a new and improved under-display camera.As with the Axon 20 5G, the main focus of ZTE’s latest smartphone is the 16MP under-display camera. This time it has been improved with a special pixel matrix, larger light-sensitive camera, higher resolution display over the camera, and more.Not only will all of these changes help hide the camera better than before, but they will also ensure your selfies look much better than the ones from the Axon 20 5G.Beyond the under-display front-facing camera gimmick, the Axon 30 has a lot going for it. For starters, ZTE has included a large 6.92-inch 2460 x 1080 AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and touch sampling rate of 360Hz. Combine this with the DTS:X Ultra immersive 3D audio, and you’ll have a wonderful way to enjoy bingeing all your favorite shows.Under the hood, the Axon 30 is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870G SoC and either 8GB or 12GB of RAM. It also features memory fusion technology that allows up to 5GB of free storage space to be used as additional memory. Speaking of storage, the Axon 30 comes with a choice of 128GB or 256GB along with a microSD card slot for expansion.On the back of the Axon 30 is the AI quad-camera array which includes a 64MP main camera, 120-degree wide-angle camera, a 3cm macro lens, and a depth-of-field sensor. This will give you plenty of options when you’re out shooting.Keeping you powered up throughout the day is the 4,200mAh battery that supports fast-charging up to 55W.Sales for the ZTE Axon 30 begin on September 9, 2021, via the ZTE website. The 8GB+128GB model will start at $499 / €499/ £429 while the 12GB+256GB model will set you back $599/ €599/£519.

Let's try this againOriginal July 27 article updated with pricing and global availability information.What you need to knowZTE has announced

Let's try this againWhat you need to knowZTE has announced the Axon 30 with an initial release in China, ahead

ZTE made waves last year when it released the Axon 20 5G, the first phone to feature a front-facing camera hidden beneath the display. Unfortunately, the camera quality left a lot to be desired, however, this year ZTE is back with a brand-new Axon sporting another under-display camera.Today, the brand launched its latest flagship, the ZTE Axon 30 with an improved hidden front-facing camera. This time around ZTE promises the camera will be even more invisible behind the display along with offering better image quality. ZTE has accomplished this by using a special pixel matrix, an independent display chip, a larger light-sensitive pixel camera, and more.Whether or not all these new technologies will make a great leap in image quality remains to be seen, but it’s clear that under-display cameras are the future and ZTE has the jump on everyone else.As for the display that the camera will be hidden beneath, this year ZTE has gone with a 6.92-inch FHD+ AMOLED panel with a 20:5.9 cinema-grade screen ratio. ZTE also marks a new milestone by upping the refresh rate to 120Hz making the Axon 30 the first phone with an under-display camera with this refresh rate.To go along with the new cinema-grade aspect ratio, the Axon 30 also packs DTS:X Ultra immersive 3D audio technology for the perfect movie viewing experience.You’ll also be able to shoot your own blockbusters thanks to the quad-camera array on the back featuring a 64MP main shooter, a 120-degree wide-angle camera, a 3cm macro camera, and a depth-of-field camera. Additionally, ZTE provides plenty of ways to get the most out of your videos with 3D Lut filters, dual-way video stabilization, and effects such as Hitchcock zoom and pull focus effects.Under the hood, the Axon 30 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870G and up to 12GB of RAM. The Axon 30 also supports memory fusion technology which is capable of converting 8GB of storage space into RAM when needed.Finally, the Axon 30 will pack a 4,200mAh battery with support for 55W fast charging to keep you powered up and on the go.ZTE will begin selling the Axon 30 on August 3, 2021, in China starting at $338 for the model with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. There will also be a $476 version featuring 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, as well as an 8GB with 128GB model for $384 and an 8GB with 256GB of storage model for $430.Global sales of the Axon 30 are expected to begin in September and perhaps that means we’ll see it here in the states as well later this year.

The ZTE Axon 30 Ultra is the latest from the Chinese phone maker and it boasts a wide array of high-end features. Priced a few hundreds bucks cheaper than its main competition, the unlocked handset works with GSM carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile.On paper, the Axon 30 Ultra is one of the strongest phones of the year. Thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor, no less than 8GB RAM, and a 64-megapixel quad-camera configuration, it has the makings of a “best of the year” type of experience.How does it handle in real world and day-to-day usage? Is it a dark horse candidate that begs for consideration? Or does it fall short on delivery? Read on to find out our thoughts on the ZTE Axon 30 Ultra.DesignFirst and foremost, this is a gorgeous phone. In fact, even after we placed it in the carrying case that comes in the box, we feel like it’s exposed and vulnerable; we’re nearly afraid to have it out.The Axon 30 Ultra is also a large phone. At 6.7-inches, the AMOLED screen is among the bigger ones on the market. What’s more, it has a 2,400 x 1,800 pixel resolution and up to 144Hz refresh rate.The bezels around the screen are very slim with the display curving ever so slightly around the edge. We’re generally not a fan of these types of screens because they lend to accidental swipes and/or unread swipes.Around back we locate four cameras in the top left corner. The module is rather pronounced, emerging from the back and taking up a fair amount of real estate. This is largely due to the rest of the phone being so slim.From an aesthetic standpoint, the aluminum Axon 30 Ultra is a treat to look over. Our review unit, which is “black” looks to be more like a gunmetal or silver and it has just the right blend of matte finish.SoftwareThe ZTE Axon 30 Ultra is powered by an Android 11-based MyOS11 which largely resembles a stock experience. There are very few extras installed here, and because it isn’t sold through a carrier, there are no bloatware or “value added” apps that come from service providers.If you like your Android unadulterated and straightforward, you’ll like what’s on offer. However, if you like to customize your experience a bit, there are plenty of options available. The deeper you dive, the more settings you’ll find.One such setting that appreciate is under “Features” which lets us decide how sensitive the edges are for mistouches. We’re also fond of the number of gestures and settings we can use and that they are not an “all or nothing’ approach. Oh, and the number of quick settings available from the notification bar is staggering.As a stock Android purists, we had little trouble with the way things are presented here. It’s easy to find your way around, make adjustments, and customize the experience.PerformanceThe ZTE Axon 30 Ultra is a snappy phone that doesn’t stutter or lag but we never expected that. We loaded this up with as many accounts and daily usage apps that we could think of and never once saw the phone show any signs of weakness. With this much memory (8GB) paired with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor it could be a few years before we see that being an issue.The phone is a treat to look at and hold, but it is almost too thin and slippery. Should you opt to not have a protective case on it you may find it escapes your grasp easier than your previous phones.The in-display fingerprint sensor is quick to read and placed in a convenient spot. Unlocking the phone results in a fun on-screen animation and sound that lets you know it’s happened. On a semi-related note, you can also opt for an always-on display with various clock and notifications settings.The screen is a lovely one that responds well to touch. Games look great at practically any refresh rate, but it’s always fun to dial things up to 144Hz. Truth be told it is tough to really see the difference from 120Hz and 144Hz but a lot of apps don’t really lean into high refresh yet. With that it in mind, you can set the refresh at 60Hz, 90Hz, 120Hz, and 144Hz. Just know that the higher you go, the more of an impact it will have on your battery.Axon 30 Ultra Camera SamplesCamera samples resized to 1920p width, no other edits.Speaking of battery, the 4600mAh power source is a strong one that lasts well into the day, even beyond. Charging is very fast, and just a few minutes of being plugged in is all it might take to get you over the last hurdle of a long day of usage.When it comes to the topic of cameras, thus far we’ve been relatively impressed with things. The Axon 30 Ultra features three 64-megapixel lenses, a standard, ultra-wide (120 degree), and portrait. Additionally, it has an 8-megapixel telephoto lens with 5X optical/60x hybrid zoom on the rear.In our time with the phone we’ve found it captures a pretty consistent image, regardless of lens. Daylight photos look tremendous and the amount of detail is higher than expected, especially for the ultra-wide.Lower light situations also performed better than anticipated. The Axon 30 Ultra takes surprisingly quick pictures even when HDR or other settings are dialed up.Saturation does run a little high from time to time, but a quick edit in your favorite photo app can fix things ahead of sharing online. With that said, you could probably leave them alone and be satisfied with results.We tend to take a lot of photos using the portrait mode on our phones as the depth of field always makes subjects stand out. With that said, it does sometimes appear to struggle with outlines between subject and background. You can adjust pictures after the fact, but moving the needle too far in the direction of background blur will occasionally result in a wonky cutout-like picture.We had two quibbles with the app itself but both are minor in the scheme of things. First, the phone defaults to adding a watermark to each image with the model number in the bottom corner. That’s an easy fix as there’s a toggle in the settings.The other nuisance is that the camera shutter sound is always present. There’s no way around it, at least as of today. We’re hoping for a fix in a future software update.These things aside, we’re having a lot of fun playing with the numerous filters, lenses, and settings. The app is rather intuitive and takes just a few moments to get the handle of things. Suffice it to say, you shouldn’t be taking any boring photos with the Axon 30 Ultra.ConclusionThere is an awful lot to like about the ZTE Axon 30 Ultra, especially its price tag. But, that doesn’t mean it’s a perfect device.Two features we increasingly find in flagship and high-end models, water resistance and wireless charging, are not present here. For some either one of those could be a deal breaker or reason to spend an extra $50 on an alternative.The phone is a fun one to play with as its large display is almost mesmerizing, especially when playing around with the camera. Games and videos look silky smooth with the (up to) 144Hz refresh rate and the 20:9 aspect ratio feels very comfortable.It will be at least two years before our mobile needs even come close to requiring the hardware of this device. Few of us have Wi-Fi 6 networks in our homes or offices and 5G will continue to be a work in progress for the foreseeable future. However, when those become commonplace the Axon 30 Ultra will have already celebrated its first anniversary.The topic of performance is a non-starter. We did our best to throw games and multi-tasking at it and didn’t see it struggle once. Surely you can find an outlet that has benchmarks or who measures frame rate drops, but we suspect they’ll still find this one a good value proposition.If you’re an AT&T or T-Mobile customer, or subscribe to one of their MVNO/prepaid brands, you’ll have no issues with support. Verizon subscribers have to sit this one out.AvailabilityYou can learn more about the ZTE Axon 30 Ultra at the manufacturer’s website where it’s also available to purchase. As of today the 8GB/128GB option is priced $750 with the 12GB/256GB model at $850.

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