How does NTT Docomo’s tiny new smartphone measure up?

As it stated in The Card Keitai KY-01L offers basic smartphone capabilities, but how does it compare with card-sized rivals such as the Palm phone and the Light Phone 2? Here's how NTT Docomo's Card Keitai KY-01L stacks up against other smartphones that aim to be more ultra-mobile and simplistic than ever. Why the iPhone 7 is still a smart choiceNTT Docomo says its phone is the "world's thinnest" smartphone, and is the size of a credit card. At 0.2 inches (5.08mm), the phone is incredibly skinny and really not that much thicker than a normal credit card. Unlike the NTT Docomo phone, Palm's device has a full set of smartphone functions, including a camera, an app store, and a voice assistant.

Briefing: Xiaomi unveils new smartphone model, expects shipments to hit 100 million by the end of October · TechNode

Briefing: Xiaomi unveils new smartphone model, expects shipments to hit 100 million by the end of October | In In Heavy Hitters | By By Nicole JaoChina's Xiaomi Aims Its Priciest Phone at Huawei and Apple – BloombergWhat happened: Smartphone maker Xiaomi unveiled the MIX 3—it's most expensive and advanced model so far. Xiaomi also announced that it expects smartphone shipments to hit 100 million marks by the end of October— two months ahead of its estimates. Why it's important: Xiaomi is putting itself against other premium phone makers like Apple, Huawei, and Samsung. With the new MIX 3, the smartphone maker has a better chance at increasing its presence in Europe and the US—the biggest premium phone markets. Xiaomi has been putting more focus on overseas markets post IPO.

Xiaomi's new gaming smartphone comes with a Joy-Con

according to Another familiar feature here is the "Shark" mode toggle switch on the left: Flip it on and you'll be greeted by a UI plus various system settings optimized for gaming. And of course, when you're done with such hardcore gaming, simply slide the controller out, and you can keep the case on if you wish to. Sadly, the Black Shark Helo is only available in China for now. It starts from 3,199 yuan or about $460 (6GB RAM, 128GB storage) which is still rather competitively priced given the features. VideoPresenter: Cherlynn LowScript: Cherlynn LowScript Editor: Terrence O'BrienCamera: Taylor LigayEditor: Chris SchodtProducer: Michael Morris

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