Xiaomi Mi Note 2 with 5.7-inch QHD dual curved display and Snapdragon 821 SoC goes official:

The Mi Note 2 flaunts a 22.56MP Sony camera, up to 6GB of RAM, and up to 128GB of storage”

After being the subject of a number of reports and leaks, the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 flagship has finally been officially unveiled in China. It comes as a successor to last year’s Mi Note (review). The Mi Note 2 is the company’s first smartphone to flaunt a dual curved display, similar to the likes of the Samsung Galaxy Note7 and Galaxy S7 edge etc. The Mi Note 2 sports a regular fingerprint sensor, which is integrated into its home button. The device sports curved 3D glass on both the front and back, and utilises Series 7 aluminium in its construction.

Coming to the other specs, the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 flaunts a 5.7-inch QHD OLED Sunlight Display Pro with a 77.2 percent screen-to-body ratio and 110 percent NTSC colour gamut. The performance is provided by a 2.35GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor, which comes with native support for VR. The device comes in three configurations - 4GB of RAM + 64GB of storage, 6GB of RAM + 128GB of storage, and 6GB of RAM + 128GB of storage (international variant). Software-wise, the phone runs MIUI 8, which is based on Android Marshmallow.



The camera department on the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 includes a 22.56MP camera at the rear with a Sony IMX318 sensor, EIS (electronic image stabilisation), f/2.0 aperture, 4K video recording support and a dual-LED flash. The phone gets a dedicated 3-axis gyroscope inside the main camera that helps with EIS on 4K video stabilisation. In the front, it gets an 8MP selfie shooter with an IMX268 Exmor RS Sensor, autofocus and f/2.0 aperture. In terms of connectivity, it offers support for 37 global networks, 4G LTE+ with up to 600Mbps downloads speeds, NFC, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, a USB Type-C port, and GPS with SAP. Under the hood, it gets a beefy 4,070mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0 support.

Coming to the pricing, the Xiaomi Mi Note 2's 4GB / 64GB variant has been priced at RMB 2,799 (approx. Rs 27,630), while the 6GB / 128GB and 6GB / 128GB international variant will set you back by RMB 3,299 (approx. Rs 32,560) and RMB  3,499 (around Rs 34,530) respectively. The phone will go on sale in China on November 1st from Mi.com and Mi Home stores in Piano Black and Glacial Silver. It is also expected to be launched in the international markets by the end of the year.

BEST ANDROID PHONES UNDER 20000 RS (NOVEMBER 2016)

1. ASUS ZENFONE 3 LASER

Asus has launched its premium metallic body mid-range smartphone – Asus Zenfone 3 Laser (ZC551KL) is powered by 64-bit 1.4 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 Octa core processor coupled with 4 GB of RAM with Adreno 505 GPU which delivers high performance while multi tasking and playing games. It runs on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OS with ZenUI 3.0 on top. The phone boasts a 5.5 inch Full HD (1080 x 1920) pixels 403ppi pixel density IPS LCD display protected with 2.5D curved Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The phone features 13 MP rear camera with Sony IMX 214 sensor, f/2.0, 5P lens, laser auto focus, Electronic Image Stabilisation (EIS), Pixel Master 3.0, ultra HD pixel image, low light sensor, dual tone LED flash, HDR mode. The front camera features 8 MP with f/2.0, HDR, wide angle lens, selfie mode. It comes with 32 GB internal memory and can be expandable up to 128 GB on hybrid slot. It supports dual nano SIM 4G LTE with VoLTE dual standby and micro USB connector. The phone also features a fast fingerprint scanner which is placed at the back side of the phone. The device boasts 3000 mAh non-removable battery that last long up to 2 days of normal usage. It is available in silver and gold color variants. Overall the Asus Zenfone 3 Laser is a best camera phone under 20000 rs without any doubt.

ASUS ZENFONE 3 LASER PROS:

• Premium design with full metal body
• Snapdragon Octa core with Adreno 505
• 2.5D curved Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display
• Good readability display in direct sun light
• 13 MP Sony IMX camera with laser auto focus
• Shake free photos and videos
• Low light photography sensor
• Fingerprint sensor
• Full day battery life for heavy users
• Fast charging
• OTG support
• LED notification light

ASUS ZENFONE 3 LASER CONS:

• Hybrid Slot (use either SIM 2 or microSD card)

2. LENOVO Z2 PLUS

Lenovo launches the high performance and cheapest smartphone in India with Snapdragon 820 Processor named as Lenovo Z2 Plus. It is powered by 64-bit 2.15 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 Quad core processor coupled with Adreno 530 GPU and it comes with 2 variants 3 GB RAM/32 GB storage and 4 GB RAM/64 GB storage. there is no expandable storage by adding in a microSD card. It runs on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow with all new Vibe 3.0 UI. The phone sports a compact 5-inch Full HD (1080 x 1920) pixels, 441ppi pixel density LTPS LCD display. The camera of the Lenovo Z2 Plus boasts a 13 MP rear camera comes with f/2.2, PDAF, hybrid auto focus, EIS, auto HDR, 4K and slow motion video recording, LED flash and 8 MP front camera with 88 degree lens which produce the decent selfie pictures. The connectivity of the phone supports dual nano SIM 4G + 4G with VoLTE, USB Type-C connector and USB OTG. The phone comes with many sensors like fingerprint sensor, gyroscope, accelerometer, light sensor and pedometer with all new U-Health app that can track your health fitness. The device boasts a Li-Ion 3500 mAh non-removable battery with intelligent cut-off feature which ensure that the battery doesn’t overcharge. Overall the Lenovo Z2 Plus can be a good choice and it is the best phone under 20000 rs.

LENOVO Z2 PLUS PROS:

• Good built quality
• Snapdragon 820 processor
• 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage
• 2.5D curved display
• 13 MP camera with 4K and slow-mo video recording
• Zero shutter lag cameras
• Low light photography sensor
• Pedometer with U-Health App
• Fingerprint scanner with U-Touch 2.0
• 2 days battery life for heavy users
• Fast charging support
• USB Type-C and OTG
• LED notification light

LENOVO Z2 PLUS CONS:

• No expandable memory slot
• No Corning Gorilla Glass protection

3. LEECO LE MAX 2

LeEco Le Max 2 is a new generation smartphone with lots of features like Quad HD display, Type-C, and more. It is powered by 2.15 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 Quad-core processor coupled with Adreno 530 GPU and 4 GB of RAM. It runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow with EUI on top. The phone sports a 5.7 inch Quad HD (1440 x 2560) pixels, 515ppi pixel density IPS LCD display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The phone features a 21 rear camera with f/2.0, Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), BSI, CMOS, 4K and slow motion video recording, low light mode, dual tone dual LED flash, on the front it has 8 MP selfie camera with f/2.2 and beauty mode. The device boasts a 32 GB internal storage and no expandable memory slot. The device features dual Nano SIM 4G + 4G with VoLTE, USB Type-C and OTG. It packs a 3100 mAh non-removable battery with quick charge feature. Overall the LeEco Le Max 2 is a good metal body phone under 20000 rs in India.

LEECO LE MAX 2 PROS:

• Premium full metal body
• Snapdragon 820 processor with Adreno 530 GPU
• Quad HD 515ppi pixel density
• Bezel less display
• 21 MP OIS camera with 4K and slow-motion recording
• Low light photography sensor
• Wide angle lens selfie camera
• Ultrasonic Fingerprint sensor
• USB Type-C and OTG support
• Full day battery backup for heavy users
• Fast charging support
• Type-C to 3.5mm jack cable
• Amazing sound quality with CDLA headphone
• LED notification light
• 3 LED backlit navigation keys

LEECO LE MAX 2 CONS:

• No expandable memory slot

4. OPPO F1S

Oppo F1s is an upgraded version of Oppo F1 and it features a premium metallic design. It is powered by 64-bit 1.5 GHz MediaTek 6750 Octa core processor coupled with 3 GB RAM which delivers high performance while multi tasking and playing HD games. It runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop with ColorOS 3.0. The phone boasts 5.5 inch HD 720 x 1280 pixels, 294ppi pixel density IPS TFT display protected with 2.5D curved Corning Gorilla Glass 4. The phone features 13 MP rear camera with G sensor, low light sensor, f/2.2, 50 MP ultra HD pixel and HDR mode, single LED flash, recording 1080p video and 16 MP front shooter with G and low light sensor, f/2.0 with color filters which is specially designed for selfie focused. It comes with 32 GB internal memory and can be expandable up to 128 GB on dedicated memory slot. It supports dual nano SIM 4G +4G with VoLTE dual standby, OTG and micro USB. The phone also features fingerprint scanner which is placed at the front side of the phone. The device boasts a 3075 mAh non-removable battery with 1.5 days of normal usage. Overall the Oppo F1s can be a good choice for selfie lovers and it is a best selfie camera phone under 20000 rs.

OPPO F1S PROS:

• Premium full metallic body and slim design
• Good processor
• 2.5D curved Corning Gorilla Glass 4 display
• Excellent 16 MP front camera
• Low light photography sensor
• Pedometer with U-Health App
• Fingerprint sensor
• 3 separate slots – Nano SIM 1, Nano SIM 2 and microSD card
• OTG support
• LED notification light

OPPO F1S CONS:

• No fast charging

5. SAMSUNG GALAXY ON NXT

Samsung has recently launched its prime series smartphone in India across mid-range segment – Samsung Galaxy On Nxt and it is an upgraded version of previous model Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime. The phone is powered by 64-bit 1.6 GHz Exynos 7870 Octa core processor coupled with 3 GB RAM and Mali T830 MP1. It runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow OS. It sports a 5.5 inch Full HD (1080 x 1920) pixels 401ppi pixel density with a 2.5D curved Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display. It boasts a 13 MP rear camera with LED flash, f/1.9, auto focus, HDR, CMOS and 8 MP front camera with CMOS, f/1.9 which produce good selfies. The device comes with 32 GB and can be expandable up to 256 GB on dedicated micoSD slot. Connectivity of the phone supports dual nano SIM 4G + 4G with VoLTE dual stand by, USB OTG, and micro USB. The phone packs a 3300 mAh non-removable battery that can long last for 2 days of normal usage. The Samsung Galaxy On Nxt comes with fingerprint sensor at front side to unlock the device and for selfie pictures. The phone is available in 3 different colors – Black, White and Gold. Overall the Samsung Galaxy On Nxt can be a best Samsung phone under 20000 rs.

SAMSUNG GALAXY ON NXT PROS:

• Full metal body
• Samsung Exynos processor
• Especially 3GB RAM in Samsung mobiles
• 2.5D curved Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display
• Good HDR cameras
• Low light mode
• Fingerprint sensor
• ANT+ and OTG support
• Excellent battery backup
• 3 separate slots – Nano SIM 1, Nano SIM 2 and microSD card
• LED notification light

SAMSUNG GALAXY ON NXT CONS:

• No Fast Charging

Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon 835 chipset with Quick Charge 4.0 for next-gen Android smartphones

CPU-maker collaborates with Samsung "to deliver greater power efficiency and increase performance".

Qualcomm has taken the lid off its next top-tier Android smartphone processor by officially revealing the Snapdragon 835 – the company's successor to the Snapdragon 820 and 821. The next-generation Snapdragon chipset is, the company says, "in production now" and could be powering-up smartphones from Samsung, LG, HTC and more in the first half of 2017.

Qualcomm also announced it is partnering with Samsung to manufacture the 835 using the South Korean giant's 10-nanometre (nm) production process. In a press release, Qualcomm stated that Samsung's process would enable the Snapdragon 835 "to deliver greater power efficiency and increase performance".

The two companies previously collaborated on the Snapdragon 820 and 821, utilising Samsung's 14nm FinFET manufacturing tech in an effort to create cheaper processors with reduced power-consumption levels.

Qualcomm noted that the 10nm process would give Android OEMs "more usable space inside upcoming products to support larger batteries or slimmer designs".

While little else has been revealed about the 835, Qualcomm did announce that the processor would support its Quick Charge 4.0 technology, which it promises would deliver faster charging by up to 20% and higher charge efficiency by up to 30% compared with Quick Charge 3.0.

Aside from providing "up to 50% battery charge in roughly 15 minutes", the improved charging tech also protects from battery overcharging, increased accuracy for temperature and voltage measurements, and support for a broader range of devices and cables thanks to USB Type-C and USB Power Delivery support that falls in line with specifications defined by Google engineers.

"As mobile devices become more capable and feature-rich, people tend to use them more. That's why consumer demand and awareness for fast-charging solutions is now at an all-time high," said Alex Katouzian, senior vice-president of product management at Qualcomm Technologies.

"Quick Charge 4 addresses that need by providing up to 50% battery charge in roughly 15 minutes or less, so you don't have to spend all day chained to your charging cable."

5 Advantages of Whats App Video Calling That You Probably Don’t Know


WhatsApp has finally rolled out support for the video calling feature to its app. How it stacks up against the Facebook's own Messenger app, Apple's FaceTime, Google's Duo, Skype or Viber is a discussion for another day. But given the huge user base it has managed to garner over years of time, it should pose a tough competition to the other video calling services.


Anyway, coming back to the point, there are a few advantages of using WhatsApp video calls, especially for emerging markets like India. However, it's more likely that most people are unaware of those benefits.


1)Video calls are end-to-end encrypted 

Video calls are end-to-end encrypted Akin to the messages, video calls on WhatsApp are end-to-end encrypted. What this essentially means is that no one, except you and the person you intend to call can get access to it. Not even WhatsApp will have access.

2)No more annoyance

No more annoyance Since WhatsApp video calls can be placed only to the ones in your address book/contact list, it is more of a private affair unlike others, where anonymous people can annoy you by sending call requests.

3)Optimised for slower networks

Optimised for slower networks One of the biggest concerns in India is the low-bandwidth internet connectivity. To overcome this issue, WhatsApp has optimised the video calling for slower networks. Meaning you'll not have to worry about the slow internet speeds.

4)No need of other apps for video calls

There are already 160 million active users in India. Earlier, people used to share conversations with their friends on WhatsApp, now that you can place video calls within the app itself, there's no need of downloading other apps.

5)Works on both Android and iPhones seamlessly

Unlike FaceTime, WhatsApp video calling works seamlessly on Android and iOS smartphones regardless of what platform you are on

Top 3 Smartphones under Rs 15,000 in India (2016)

Which is the best phone under 15000 in India?

The days when even the best phones for Rs 15,000 used to lag are way past. Instead, we’ve handpicked the 10 best smartphones under Rs 15,000 available in India for this month which are no slacker by any means. We’ve considered the specs, as well as the brand value and after sales service to give you the best phones this budget can get you.

Most of these handsets are 4G compatible, so consider these as the top 4G phones under Rs 15,000.

1. Xiaomi Mi Max

• OSAndroid 6.0
• Weight203g
• Display resolution1080 x 1920
• Display6.44 inch, IPS
• Storage space32GB
• Expansion slotYes
• ProcessorSnapdragon 650 quad-core 1.4 GHz (A53) & Dual-core 1.8GHz (A72)
• GPUAdreno 510
• RAM3GB
• Camera16MP, f/2.0
• Secondary Camera5MP, f/2.0
• Battery4,850mAh, non removable
• ConnectivityDual SIM, (4G)

2. Moto G4 Plus

• OSAndroid 6.0 Marshmallow
• Weight155g
• Display resolution1080 x 1920 pixels
• Display5.5 inches, IPS
• Storage space16GB/32GB
• Expansion slotYes
• ProcessorQuad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 Snapdragon 617
• GPUAdreno 405
• RAM2GB/3GB
• Camera16MP, f/2.0
• Secondary Camera5MP, f/2.2
• Battery3,000 mAh
• ConnectivityDual SIM (3G+4G LTE
• ConnectivityDual SIM (3G+4G LTE)

3. Xiaomi Redmi Note 3

• Android 5.1
• Weight164g
• Display resolution1080 x 1920
• Display5.5 inch, IPS
• Storage space32GB
• Expansion slotYes
• ProcessorSnapdragon 650 quad-core 1.4 GHz (A53) & Dual-core 1.8GHz (A72)
• GPUAdreno 510
• RAM3GB
• Camera16MP, f/2.0
• Secondary Camera5MP, f/2.0
• Battery4,000mAh, non removable
• ConnectivityDual SIM, (4G)

Pros and Cons

• + Processor (among best in this budget)
• + Battery
• – Android 5.1

These are the 10 best 4G phones under Rs 15,000 in India (2016):

• Xiaomi Mi Max: 6.4 inch, 3GB RAM, 32GB ROM, Android 6.0
• Moto G4 Plus: 5.5 inch, 3GB RAM, 32GB ROM, Android 6.0
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 3: 5.5 inch, 3GB RAM, 32GB ROM, Android 5.1
• Lenovo Vibe K5 Note: 5.5 inch, 4GB RAM, 32GB ROM, Android 6.0
• LeEco Le 2: 5.5 inch, 3GB RAM, 32GB ROM, 16MP, Android 6.0
• Moto X Play: 5.5 inch, 2GB RAM, 16GB ROM, 21MP, Android 5.1
• ASUS Zenfone 2 ZE551ML: 5.5 inch, 4GB RAM, 32GB ROM, 13MP, Android 5.0
• Samsung On8: 5.5 inch, 3GB RAM, 16GB ROM, 13MP, Android 6.0
• Lenovo ZUK Z1: 5 inch, 3GB RAM, 64GB ROM, 16MP, Android 5.0
• Moto G4: 5.5 inch, 3GB RAM, 32GB ROM, 13MP, Android 6.0

Nokia D1C Android Smartphone Image Renders Leaked Online


Nokia is all set to make a comeback in the smartphone market in 2017. Recently, Android Powered Nokia D1C rendered leaked online.

Nokia D1C Android Smartphone Image Renders Leaked Online

We already know that Nokia is expected to make a comeback in the smartphone market in 2017. There were lots of rumors spreading across the internet regarding Nokia handsets.
Previously, we have seen few leaks which suggested that the Nokia D1C might be the upcoming Android powered tablet from Nokia. However, fresh image renders from Weibo shows a different story.

The rendered leak comes with courtesy of a user on Weibo. The render images of Nokia D1C were spotted by some folks at AndroidPure on November 6 and had shared the images of the alleged smartphone.

AndroidPure mentioned, “Today, we have spotted a set of new images which are the alleged renders of Nokia D1C, revealing the design and build of the device”. The leaked render images show that the smartphone will be available in three colors White, Gold, and Black.

The leaked images reveal that the design is somehow similar to Lumia series and the gold edition will have the fingerprint sensor. AndroidPure mentioned that the smartphone might be released in 2017.
Previous leaks suggest that the Nokia D1C will be running on Android 7.0 and is expected to sport a Snapdragon 820 or Snapdragon 430 processor paired with 3GB of RAM. It will have 32GB internal storage. There will be a 13 Megapixel back camera and 8-megapixel front facing a camera. Apart from this, the phone will sport a 2K resolution display, and be IP68 Water and dust resistant.
However, these all are leaks and rumors. There has been no official statement made by Nokia on their D1C yet. So we have to wait for some more time now until Nokia announces their upcoming flagship.

Lenovo Phab 2 Plus vs Xiaomi Mi Max: Battle of the big-screen phablets

Lenovo's new Phab 2 Plus comes with a dual-rear camera setup, and we compare it to the only phablet in the same price category

Lenovo recently launched its Lenovo Phab 2 Plus in India at Rs 14,999; a successor to the company’s original Phab Plus phone. Lenovo’s mid budget phone finds itself priced in one of the most competitive segments in the Indian smartphone market among other phones like – Moto G Plus (4th Gen), HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle and Samsung Galaxy J7. Today however, we will be focussing on the Phab 2 Plus when pitched against a popular budget smartphone from Xiaomi – the Mi Max, a fellow phablet design.
Lenovo Phab 2 Plus and the Xiaomi Mi Max are priced exactly the same. Both devices also feature 6.4-inch displays, 3GB RAM and 32GB of storage; but this is where the similarity ends. Xiaomi Mi Max features a massive 4850 mAh battery compared to Phab 2 Plus’ 4050 mAh battery. Mi Max is also 15gms lighter than the Phab 2 Plus, at just 203gms.
Phab 2 Plus comes with a dual-rear camera setup that can let users take DSLR-style picture. The Mi Max on the other hand comes with a 16MP primary camera. The selfie shooter on the Phab 2 Plus is 8MP against the Mi Max’s 5MP camera.


Lenovo Phab 2 Plus
Lenovo Phab 2 Plus comes with a 6.4-inch Full HD display (1920 x 1080p resolution) along with a 2.5D curved front glass design. The phone is powered by an octa-core MediaTek MTK8783 processor, along with 3GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage (expandable to 128GB via microSD). Phab 2 Plus comes with a dual-SIM support and is 4G VoLTE capable. It is backed by a 4,050 mAh battery.
Lenovo’s highlight for the Phab 2 Plus is for certain the dual-rear camera setup on the device, which comes with two 13MP sensors. These sensors feature Fujitsu’s Milbeaut Image Signal Processor, which the company claims allows for DSLR-like effects and good low-light shots. The camera mode of the phone gives users a manual mode and the ability to change the focus. The front shooter on the phone is 8MP.
Read- Lenovo Phab 2 Plus first look: Dual camera and AR are the highlights
An AR mode in the Phab 2 Plus allows for users to superimpose effects on virtual backgrounds while taking pictures or making videos. The phone is also equipped with Dolby Audio Capture 5.1 surround sound, and comes with sensors like – G-sensor, proximity sensor, E-compass and L-sensor.
Xiaomi Mi Max
Xiaomi Mi Max was launched in June 2016, and features a 6.44-inch IPS LCD display (1920 x 1080 pixels resolution). The phone is powered by a hexa-core Snapdragon 650 processor, coupled with an Adreno 510 GPU. It features 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage (expandable to 256GB via microSD).
The primary camera on the Mi Max is a 16MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture. It features autofocus, phase detection and a dual-LED flash setup. The front shooter on the Mi Max is a 5MP sensor. The phone is backed by a 4,850 mAh non-removable battery. Sensor package on the phone includes – accelerometer, proximity, compass and finger print sensor.

Think twice before buying a LeEco phone :

LeEco recently made a big splash in the US. It started by selling high-end smartphones and TVs at affordable prices that are offset by its suite of services. It promised to launch an electric bike and, soon, maybe even a new car. But now the company says it’s running out of cash. Maybe you should think twice about buying a LeEco smartphone.
Look, at $299 with the discount, the LeEco Le Pro3 seems like a good deal. It sports a Snapdragon 821 processor, plenty of storage, a nice metal design and more. The appeal of the smartphone is supposed to be LeEco’s streaming services paired with the low-cut price. In the time I’ve spent with the phone, I haven’t found anything I actually wanted to watch. I had hopes that maybe that would change, but now I’m not so sure.
In a recent letter to employees, LeEco’s co-founder said the company is running out of money. It expanded too quickly, perhaps even into the US, and is struggling. “We blindly sped ahead, and our cash demand ballooned,” co-founder Jia Yueting said in an apology letter announcing he will permanently cut its salary to just $0.15 (1 yuan.) “We got over-extended in our global strategy. At the same time, our capital and resources were in fact limited.”
This isn’t to say LeEco is going to vanish anytime soon. The company still has a huge presence in China. I just wouldn’t be surprised to see it pull back its spending in the US, perhaps eventually cutting some of the program it initially announced. Can it continue to support and expand its US services? I’m doubtful if it’s running low on cash.
Hold on the LeEco LePro3 for now

I typically like to buy smartphones from established brands, though. I want to know there’s going to be support in case I damage the screen and need a replacement. I want future Android updates, software tweaks, new features. LeEco has promised much of this, but I worry that it won’t be able to deliver if its homebase decides to pull back on the quick expansion into new markets, like the US.
If you’re looking for a budget phone with high-end hardware and don’t expect much from the manufacturer in the future, you can save money with a phone like the LeEco LePro3. I suggest sitting back and waiting for a bit, though, to see what LeEco’s long-term US plans are.