MAKERphone 2.0 is a fully functional 4G mobile phone that arrives as a box of parts. You assemble it yourself in about two hours, with no soldering and no prior experience needed; insert a nano-SIM, and it makes real voice calls and sends real SMS on live cellular networks. Then you program it, starting by describing ideas in plain English and progressing to MicroPython and Arduino C++.
It is made by CircuitMess, a Croatian educational electronics company, and launched on Kickstarter on 10 September 2026 with a 30-day campaign closing on 10 October. Early pledge tiers start around $129, and the kit is expected to retail near $169, with backer deliveries estimated for Q3 2027.
This is the sequel to the...
Infinix Nigeria today officially unveils the GT 50 Pro, the gaming powerhouse at the center of the expanding hardware ecosystem known as the New GT Ecosystem. More than an incremental update, the GT 50 Pro marks a strategic evolution by aligning three core dimensions: Physical Refinement, Thermal Sovereignty, and Intelligent Optimization. This approach reduces the friction between hardware and real-world performance, helping dedicated gamers showcase their skill by overcoming the smartphone form factor's inherent limitations.
Showcasing both its physical and visual sophistication, the GT 50 Pro introduces the HydroFlow Liquid Cooling Architecture, a specialized thermal engine carefully designed to solve the persistent pain point of overheating.
With powerful heat dissipation and active circulation for stability, the GT 50 Pro serves as...
The Cubot Note 20 hits the market with low-end smartphone hardware merged with a low budget price. This package will serve enthusiasts in search of low-cost Android smartphones. The highlight of the Cubot Note 20 includes a MediaTek Helio A20 processor, 3GB of RAM, a 4200mAh battery, and lots more.
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Cubot Note 20 Key Specs & Features
6.5-inch IPS LCD Display, 720 x 1600 Pixels (266 ppi)
Android 10
3GB RAM
Octa-core Helio A20 Processor
64GB Built-in Storage, with SD-Support up 128GB
12MP +...
Being able to manufacture a rugged smartphone isn't just enough. For Doogee, being able to get these smartphones in the hands of enthusiasts at different budget levels, is of utmost importance. This the main driving force behind Doogee S35 Pro existence. It is Doogee provision for a more affordable rugged smartphone, that can act as an alternative to the likes of the Doogee S96 Pro.
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Doogee S35 Pro Key Specs & Features
5.0-inch IPS LCD Display, 720 x 1520 Pixels (270 PPI)
Quad-core MediaTek Helio A20 (12nm)
...
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is one of the successors to the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus and also the non 5G variant of the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G. In comparison with its 5G sibling, we discover the absence of 5G support, reduced storage variants, and reduced RAM variants. All other features are pretty much the same.
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Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra Key Specs & Features
6.9-inch, Dynamic AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, 120Hz Refresh Rate, 1440 x 3200 Pixels (511 PPI)
...
The Samsung Galaxy A3 core comes in as one of those smartphones, that shows how far Samsung has gone in manufacturing low budget smartphones. It bears features that be recorded as the core for communication. What's more, the Galaxy A3 core can be regarded as a rebranded Samsung Galaxy A01 core, with lesser storage and RAM variants. More on that later.
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Samsung Galaxy A3 Core Key Specs & Features
5.3-inch TFT LCD Display, 720 x 1480 Pixels
Quad-core...
The Doogee N30 is a budget smartphone that accompanied the rugged S40 Pro. Both phones were announced on the same date and they cost below $200 which makes them attractive for budget buyers.
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I'm not a good fan of a rugged smartphone because I'm always been careful and I love fancy things, so I will go for the Doogee N30. Well, this post is about the phone anyway. So let's see what the new device has for us.
Doogee N30 Key Specs & Features
6.55 inches IPS...
Feeling exhausted by Xiaomi's nomenclature system? Well, you just have to hang on a little longer. Xiaomi has added a new member to the Redmi K30 series and it's dubbed the Xiaomi Redmi K30s. It falls in line as the most premium member of the series, bearing features that set it on a higher pedestal. What's more, the Redmi K30s happens to share DNA with the Xiaomi Mi 10T. More on that later.
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Xiaomi Redmi K30s Specs & Features
6.67-inch Super AMOLED Display, 1080...
The Doogee S96 Pro lodges in the same category as the Doogee S88 Pro which was released earlier in 2020. It presents capable smartphone hardware wrapped in a tough chassis, having resistance against drop, water, dust e.t.c. What's more, the Doogee S96 also offers a 20MP Night vision camera, which comes in handy in scenarios where you desire to see objects in the dark.
Where to Buy Doogee S96 Pro
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Doogee S96 Pro Key Specs & Features
6.22-inch IPS LCD Display, 720 x 1520 Pixels (270 PPI)
Octa-core MediaTek...
The HTC Desire 20 Plus is slightly the cheaper version of the HTC Desire 20 Pro smartphone that was announced in Europe. Well, this HTC Desire 20 Plus seems to be the Chinese version of the latter.
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The smartphone comes with a nice body design but lacks a 5G network that was available in the Pro variant. It maintains an impressive 48 MP quad cameras and powered by Snapdragon 720G.
HTC Desire 20 Plus Key Specs & Features
6.5...
The Samsung Galaxy M21s comes in as a more premium variant of the standard Samsung Galaxy M21. It focuses more on improving the cameras, as it offers a more robust camera setup. The other features are pretty much a reminiscence of the Galaxy M21, as we have the same design, processor, RAM battery, and lots more.
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Samsung Galaxy M21s Key Specs & Features
6.4 inches Super AMOLED Display, 1080 x 2340 Pixels, 19.5:9 Ratio 403 PPI
Android 10; One...
The Motorola Moto G9 Power comes in as a follow up of the previously released Motorola Moto G8 Power. The highlights of the upgrades include an improved camera system, a bigger battery, faster charging speed and lots more. However, Motorola made a slight decrease in processing power, which saw a migration from the Snapdragon 665 on its predecessor to the Snapdragon 662 processor.
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Motorola Moto G9 Power Key Specs & Features
6.8-inch IPS LCD Display, 1080 x 2300 pixels, 263 PPI
Android 10.0
Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 662...
The Motorola Moto 5G comes in as one of the first 5G smartphones from Motorola. It falls in as a more affordable alternative to the earlier released Motorola G 5G Plus and can be seen as Motorola's attempt to getting their 5G smartphones into the hands of many enthusiasts. The highlights of this smartphone include Snapdragon 750 G processor, a 5000mAh battery, 20W fast charge, and lots more.
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Motorola Moto G 5G Key Specs & Features
6.7-inches LTPS LCD FHD+ Max Vision Display, 2400 x 1080 Pixels,...
Take a look at the newly introduced Vivo Y70 that comes with one of the best cameras setup ever despite being in the budget phone category. This is proof that when it comes to smartphones, Vivo has maintained a large market share in Asia, and they are widely recognized in Africa as well.
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All thanks to their affordable smartphones that many can grab without breaking their wallet. The Vivo Y70 is the standard version of Vivo Y70s that comes with 5G support. So in other words,...
The Vivo iQOO U1x is a mid-range device that was officially announced in China. The smartphone is the advanced version of the Vivo iQOO U1 that was release around July this year. Vivo iQOO U1x sports a 6.51-inch IPS display and three rear cameras.
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This new version comes with a bigger battery, Snapdragon 662, and a 13 MP triple cameras setup.
Below is the Vivo iQOO U1x full details and price. Let's see the key features first.
Vivo iQOO U1x Key Specs & Features
6.51 inches IPS...
The Oppo A53s is the refresh version of the Oppo A53 smartphone. The android phone packs similar specifications with the latter. It has a large 6.5 inches display, a triple cameras set-up, and a massive 5000 mAh battery.
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Oppo A53s Key Specs & Features
6.5 inches IPS LCD Display, 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi)
Android 10, ColorOS 7.2
Octa-core Qualcomm SM4250 Snapdragon 460 (11 nm)
4GB RAM
64GB Built-in Storage up to 128GB Memory Card
13 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP...
The Oppo A15 is an entry-level smartphone announced in India with a price tag of Rs 10,990. This new budget device packs some interesting features and some of them include a 6.52-inch display, Helio P35, 13MP triple cameras, and a big battery.
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Oppo A15 Key Specs & Features
6.52 inches IPS LCD Display, 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi)
Android 10, ColorOS 7.2
Octa-core Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12nm)
3GB RAM
32GB Built-in Storage up to 128GB Memory Card
13 MP + 2 MP...
Today, OPPO is launching the latest OPPO A93 in Nigeria. OPPO A93 introduces trendy technology that makes your style stand out with an Ultra Sleek smartphone body. This means that you’ll get cutting-edge AI portrait photography features packed into a truly premium design, along with functions that make life more efficient and can keep up with the pace of your lifestyle. With the latest generation of OPPO A Series, OPPO A93 lets you enjoy your life effortlessly.
The A93 boasts of premium features such as a 6.43 Inch Dual Punch-Hole Super AMOLED Screen, 108MP Ultra Clear Image, In-Display Fingerprint, 8GB...
OPPO A93 comes with a premium finish that exhibits stronger light refractions and richer colors, but is also easy on the eyes and soft to the touch. OPPO A93 is the successor to the recently launched OPPO A92.
Just looking at the box and specifications made me realize I was about to review one of the best budget phones ever designed by OPPO.
It is the lightest mobile phone I ever came across with a smooth rounded edge that feels comfortable to hold. OPPO A93 is packed with a USB type C cable, earphone, power adapter and pin ejector inside a...
The Vivo X51 5G comes in as a reincarnation of the Vivo X50 5G's smartphone hardware, wrapped in the chassis bearing the same design, as what we got on the Vivo X50 Pro. So in summary, enthusiats will be dealing with a very familiar package, that leaves enthusiats few reasons to upgrade from the preceding Vivo X50 5G. To further butress this point, we explore its specs and price.
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Vivo X51 5G Key Specs & Features
6.56 inches AMOLED Display, 2376 × 1080 Pixels, 90Hz...
The Blackview BL6000 Pro 5G comes in as Blackview's foray into 5G smartphones. It debuts as the world's first rugged smartphone to feature 5G connectivity. The BL6000 existence shows that enthusiasts can have a very capable smartphone performance-wise, without having to deal with fragility, which is thanks to its shockproof chassis and its IP rating for water and dust resistance.
Blackview BL6000 Pro 5G Key Specs and Features
6.36-inch, IPS LCD Display, 2300 x 1080 pixels
Android 10
8GB RAM
Octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 800 Processor
256GB built-in storage
48MP + 2MP + 2MP Triple Rear Camera
16MP Front Camera
5G...
The Realme Q2 is a super budget smartphone that sports a nice body design with a hyper-connected 5G network. The handset also features an impressive triple camera set up, 6.5 inches, and rapid charging technology.
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Realme Q2 Key Specs & Features
6.5 inches IPS LCD Display, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi)
Android 10, Realme UI
Octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 800U 5G (7 nm)
4GB, 6GB RAM
128GB Built-in Storage up to 128GB Memory Card
48 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear...
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is the top-of-the-line in the latest iteration of Samsung's hugely successful A-series, and it arrives with a clear mission: to...
The itel Power 80 is the newest entry in itel's battery-first P-series, and it arrives with a clear mission: deliver marathon endurance without stretching...
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is the latest iteration of Samsung’s budget-friendly A-series smartphones. It offers only slight upgrades to the Galaxy A16 5G, like...
