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Xiaomi Mi Note should get Android 6 this week
I think its about time I dust off my Xiaomi Mi Note and get ready for this weeks Android 6 based MIUI update.
Xiaomi Redmi 3 from $149.99 on shop.gizchina.com
The Xiaomi Redmi 3 starts from just $149.99 over on shop.gizchina.com. Both silver and gold variants are available plus accessories.
Update: 4150mAh Cubot Note S only $69.99 till 27th Jan
Cubot are our of the gates strong for 2016, and are already releasing their 2nd phone of the year, the Cubot Note S with large battery and customisable rear panels.
Mlais getting closer to their Android Wear launch
This time last year Mlais were one of the most talked about phone makers with their MT6752 equipped Mlais M52, the brand has disappeared from view in recent months though an update on their Facebook page suggests they will be back in action soon.
ZUK Z1 gets Android 6 in the form of Cyanogen 13 nighlies
The ZUK Z1 has become one of the first Chinese made Android phones to receive an official Cyanogen 13 build upgrading the hand set to Android M (aka Android 6.0).
HomTom HT3 now available from $39.99
The budget Homtom HT3 can now be picked up at only $39.99 daily but you have to be quick to get this bargain price.
Bluboo Picasso first image and pricing
At MWC this year Bluboo will launch up to 3 possible devices, and at least one of them will be the new budget Bluboo Picasso.
LeTV launch Le1s and Le Max in India: Pricing and sale dates
Over in India LeTV have just launched their budget LeTV Le1S smartphone along with the flagship LeTV Le Max!
If this is the Xiaomi Mi5 I’m out!
Another leak showing a purported Xiaomi Mi5 design, but this time its the rear of the phone that we see with fingerprint scanner and laser focus.
Meizu sends invitations, Helio X20 Meizu MX6 launch?
Meizu are making their move and already inviting Chinese media to a launch, but will it be the rumoured Pro 5 Mini or the new Meizu MX6?
Leaked photo shows Xiaomi Mi5 with curved display
After reports yesterday that Xiaomi would release a curved display version of the Xiaomi Mi5 a purported leaked photo of the phone has made it online.
Elephone M3 listed with Helio P10, IMX230 and Android 6
After announcing the Elephone M3 on Friday the phone has now been officially published online revealing a few more details of its features. Measuring in …
OnePlus asking for beta testers for Android 6 based ROMs
A few months back OnePlus announced that it planned to launch updates based on Android 6 for the OP2 and OPX and today the company is reaching out to the community for beta testers.
Rumour: Xiaomi doing a Samsung, building 2 versions of the Xiaomi Mi5
Almost a year ago Samsung announced two versions of the S6, and now rumours say Xiaomi could be going down a similar route with the Xiaomi Mi5.
Open Thread: Who will launch the first Helio X20 phone?
Chinese phone makers are fighting over who will launch the world’s first Mediatek Helio X20 phone. Who do you think it is going to be?
Zopo Speed 8 confirmed with NFC
Zopo will be just one of the Chinese brands using MWC to launch their latest phone, the Zopo Speed 8 confirmed to ship with NFC.
LeEco’s Le Max and Le 1s to debut in India tomorrow
LeEco (formerly Letv) will launch the Le 1s and the Le Max in India tomorrow.