Tag: 618 Shopping Festival

  • Retroid Handhelds Discounted for 618, One Model Missing

    Retroid Handhelds Discounted for 618, One Model Missing

    Key Takeaway

    – Retroid is offering $10–$20 discounts on select handhelds for the 618 Shopping Festival (June 16–23, 2026).
    – The Retroid Pocket 6 is not included in the promotion.
    – Coupon codes must be applied at checkout: “RPC20” ($20 off for Pocket Classic) and “RP10” ($10 off for Pocket 5, Pocket 4 Pro, and Pocket Flip 2).
    – Discounts apply only to specific models and color variants.

    Retroid has announced that it is slashing the prices of some of its handhelds in celebration of the 618 Shopping Festival. The discount applies to a handful of handhelds, but suprisingly doesnt include the Retroid Pocket 6.

    How to apply the discount coupon

    To get the discount, Retroid says users have to apply a coupon code at check out to applicable handhelds on its website. When you add a handheld to your cart, click on “Check out”, and click on “Order summary” on the next page. Enter the coupon code in the “Discount code” box, and click on “Apply”.

    Discount period and amount

    The discount ranges from $10 to $20, and will be available starting today, June 16, until June 23, 2026. Below are the coupon codes and the aplication devices:

    Retroid Pocket Classic

    Currently priced at $149 for the 6GB RAM plus 128GB version, buyers can score a $20 discount when they apply the coupon code “RPC20” at checkout. Retroid no longer sells the 4GB plus 64GB version of the Retroid Pocket Classic. The available colors are also limited to the four button Retro variant and the six button Classic 6 and Classic 6 SG released last year.

    Retroid Pocket 5

    The Retroid Pocket 5 will also be available to buy for $10 less using the coupon code “RP10”. The handheld is currently priced at $199, and is available in five colours including the new Turquoise and Yellow released a few months ago.

    Retroid Pocket 4 Pro

    Retroid is also slashing the price of the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro which was released in December 2023 and was available to buy in January 2024. Currently priced at $159 for the Dimensity 1100 version, using the coupon code RP10 will bring the price down to $149. Available colors are Black, 16Bit US, and Crystal.

    Retroid Pocket Flip 2

    Last but not least is the Pocket Flip 2 which is currently $209 for the Snapdragon 865 powered version. However, using the RP10 coupon code brings the price down to $199. Available colors are 16Bit US, Ice Blue, GC, and Black.

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  • Retroid Reduces Pocket 4 Pro Price to $149 for 618 Festival

    Retroid Reduces Pocket 4 Pro Price to $149 for 618 Festival

    Key Takeaways

    1. The Retroid Pocket 4 Pro is currently on sale for $149, a $50 discount for the 618 Shopping Festival, valid until June 22, 2025.
    2. The device features a 4.7-inch touch display with a resolution of 1334 x 750 and is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1100 chip.
    3. It comes with 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB of storage, expandable via a TF Card slot.
    4. The handheld includes features like active cooling, Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi 6, and a 5,000mAh battery.
    5. It has a USB-C port for charging and data transfer, supporting video output at 1080p, and a micro HDMI port for external display up to 720p.

    The Retroid Pocket 4 Pro has been available for over a year and has already been succeeded by the Retroid Pocket 5, which is curr. sold on Amazon for $259. Despite this, the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro can still be purchased, and it is currently offered at a much lower price due to a special promotion.

    Special Offer

    For a limited time, you can buy the Retroid Pocket 4 for just $149, which is a $50 discount from its original price. Retroid mentions that this price cut is to mark the 618 Shopping Festival, and it will be valid until June 22, 2025.

    Color Options

    As of now, this price reduction applies to all six colors of the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro, but you should note that the Icy Blue option is out of stock.

    The Retroid Pocket 4 Pro features a 4.7-inch touch display with a resolution of 1334 x 750 and is driven by MediaTek’s Dimensity 1100 chip. It comes with 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB of storage, which can be expanded using a TF Card slot. The device also has 3D Hall Effect joysticks, analogue L2 and R2 buttons, and the ABXY buttons can be swapped out.

    Additional Features

    The handheld includes a active cooling fan, Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi 6, and a 5,000mAh battery. It has a USB-C port for charging and data transfer. There is also a micro HDMI port for connecting to an external display, although it only supports up to 720p output. The USB-C port does allow for video output at 1080p. The device comes pre-installed with Android 13.

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  • Huawei’s Growth Highlighted in New Counterpoint Report

    Huawei’s Growth Highlighted in New Counterpoint Report

    Huawei emerged as the top smartphone manufacturer during China's 618 Shopping Festival, as reported by Counterpoint. Despite challenges from a US embargo, the Chinese tech giant showed resilience by leading in smartphone sales during the festival. With an impressive 42.4% growth, Huawei continues to strengthen its position in the Chinese market.

    Counterpoint’s Smartphone Sales Report

    Huawei’s minimal discounting strategy did not hinder its success, thanks to the high sales of the Mate 60 and Pura 70 series smartphones. This impressive performance allowed the brand to achieve a significant growth rate of 42.4%. Following closely, Vivo secured the second spot. The launch of the Vivo X100S series ahead of the 618 Shopping Festival significantly boosted its sales.

    Additionally, the introduction of smartphones like the Y200 and IQOO Neo 9S Pro further contributed to Vivo’s increased sales, helping the brand achieve a growth rate of 12.6%. Xiaomi, often referred to as the Apple of China, also performed well. The company offered discounts up to 1000 yuan, which led to a rise in sales of their mid-to-high-end smartphones, resulting in a growth rate of 12%, closely trailing Vivo.

    One notable highlight was that the best-selling smartphone for Xiaomi was the Redmi K70. Furthermore, the Redmi K80 and Redmi K80 Pro are officially under development, with more updates on the new Redmi K80 series expected soon. Lastly, other brands like Honor and Apple also saw moderate increases in sales, with growth rates of 4.3% and 2.7%, respectively.

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  • Xiaoji G8+ Gamepad for PC, Switch, Android, iOS at 399 Yuan ($55)

    Xiaoji G8+ Gamepad for PC, Switch, Android, iOS at 399 Yuan ($55)

    Xiaoji Games has divulged more information about its G8+ gamepad controller today, June 3rd, 2024. The G8+ will be up for pre-sale beginning June 7th, 2024 at 10:00 AM, priced initially at 399 yuan.

    Design and Compatibility

    The G8+ sports an asymmetrical design, reminiscent of an Xbox controller’s button layout. It leverages Bluetooth 5.3 for its wireless connectivity, making it compatible with a variety of devices, including PC, Switch, Android, Hongmeng, and iOS (version 13 and above).

    Key Features

    For added convenience with the Switch console, the G8+ has a one-button wake-up feature. Additionally, it comes equipped with a built-in six-axis gyroscope for motion control. The device can also accommodate gadgets up to 215mm in length, making it ideal for use with tablets such as the Y700 and iPad mini.

    Broader Context

    This announcement follows Xiaoji Games’ earlier reveal of four new controllers: the G8+ (discussed in this article), the Nine-Tailed Fox symmetrical architecture flagship controller, the Wind Walker 2 wireless game controller, and the X2s Bluetooth mobile phone stretch game controller. All four controllers were scheduled for release during the 618 shopping festival in China, which spans from May 20th to June 20th, 2024.

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  • Vivo X Fold 3 Pro Affordable Variant Launching Soon

    Vivo X Fold 3 Pro Affordable Variant Launching Soon

    Each year, Chinese phone brands introduce new smartphones, variations, and offers for the 618 (June 18) shopping festival. This year, new phones like the iQOO Neo 9S Pro, Oppo Reno 12 series, Honor 200 lineup, and Vivo S19 series are set to launch just in time for the festival. Recently, Vivo Vice President Huang Tao announced on Weibo that a budget-friendly version of the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro will be released during the 618 promotion.

    Vivo X Fold 3 Pro coming soon in 12GB+256GB variant

    Since its launch, the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro has captured 39 percent of the market share, with many former Apple users switching to this foldable screen phone. It has received widespread consumer acclaim, boasting a 72% recommendation rate, making it the most popular product in the X series over the past two years.

    To meet the increasing demand for foldable screen phones, Vivo will introduce a new 12GB+256GB version of the X Fold 3 Pro during the 618 promotion, starting at 6,999 Yuan (~$970). Tao mentioned that this move aims to make foldable flagship phones more accessible, allowing more people to enjoy their practical and user-friendly features. Additionally, Vivo will offer 24-month interest-free installment plans, with daily payments as low as 9.7 yuan, making it easier for consumers to own this high-end foldable phone. Vivo will also provide trade-in subsidies up to 1,400 yuan, with some models eligible for a 0 yuan exchange, offering consumers more options.

    Specifications and Pricing

    Currently, the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro is the only foldable phone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 available on the market. In China, it is available in two configurations: 16GB+512GB priced at 9,999 Yuan ($1,380) and 16GB+1TB for 10,999 Yuan ($1,520). The phone comes in black and white shades.

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