Well, damned if I didn’t just post about MTK MT6589 / MTK6589 not being officially released until early 2013, when news pops up of Lenovo already into development of a smartphone with MTK MT6589 / MTK6589 codenamed “Arkansas”.
We already knew that MTK MT6589 / MTK6589 had been released to manufacturers for testing and proofing development, and there had been rumors of possible production models coming out as early as October, but this is the first news of an actual model in the works. Turns out rumors may be true – Lenovo may release “Arkansas” in October.
Leave it to Lenovo to lead the pack once again. The specifications are juicy:
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I’ve really liked the looks of Lenovo’s last few phones. The a789 and the a660 look great. I’m guessing this phone will be a slick looker as well.
Purchase or wait? We all know Lenovo is a power house and won’t be fooling around with this frustrating pre-order and wait game. We really could see an MTK MT6589 / MTK6589 as early as next month.
Keep in mind that this is still rumor. But the rumors are strong, and not far fetched as we know proofing samples were already released to manufacturers.
Well, damned if I didn't just post about MTK MT6589 / MTK6589 not being officially released until early 2013, when news pops up of Lenovo already into development of a smartphone with MTK MT6589 / MTK6589 codenamed 'Arkansas'.
We already knew that MTK MT6589 / MTK6589 had been released to manufacturers...
<a href="http://gizbeat.com/734/breaking-lenovo-already-working-on-mtk-mt6588-mtk6588-smartphone-code-named-arkansas/mtk6588/" rel="attachment wp-att-789"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-789" title="mtk6588" src="http://gizbeat.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/mtk6588-300x228.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="228" /></a>Well, damned if I didn't just post about MTK MT6589 / MTK6589 not being officially released until early 2013, when news pops up of Lenovo<span id="more-734"></span> already into development of a smartphone with MTK MT6589 / MTK6589 codenamed "Arkansas".
We already knew that MTK MT6589 / MTK6589 had been <a title="News flash! Specs and estimated release date on the quad-core MTK mt6588! (part 1)" href="http://gizbeat.com/192/news-flash-specs-on-the-mtk-mt6588-and-estimated-release-date-for-the-new-cpu-part-1/">released to manufacturers for testing and proofing development</a>, and there had been rumors of possible production models coming out as early as October, but this is the first news of an actual model in the works. Turns out rumors may be true - Lenovo may release "Arkansas" in October.
Leave it to Lenovo to lead the pack once again. The specifications are juicy:
I've really liked the looks of Lenovo's last few phones. The a789 and the a660 look great. I'm guessing this phone will be a slick looker as well.
Purchase or wait? We all know Lenovo is a power house and won't be fooling around with this frustrating pre-order and wait game. We really could see an MTK MT6589 / MTK6589 as early as next month.
Keep in mind that this is still rumor. But the rumors are strong, and not far fetched as we know proofing samples were already released to manufacturers.
<a title="MTK mt6588 Specs and Key Points and MTK CPU Comparison Graph (part 3)" href="http://gizbeat.com/277/mtk-mt6588-specs-and-key-points-and-mtk-cpu-comparison-graph-part-3/"><em>mtk6577 mtk6588 comparison chart</em></a>
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kethan -September 23rd, 2012 at 10:18 amnone
Comment author #135 on Breaking! – Lenovo Already Working on MTK MT6588 / MTK6589 Smartphone!! – Code Named “Arkansas” by GizBeat
Only @1.2ghz…really shame i heard it would be 1.7ghz !…!!
kethanPublic CommentUserOnly @1.2ghz...really shame i heard it would be 1.7ghz !...!!
Damian Parsons -September 23rd, 2012 at 10:32 amnone
Comment author #136 on Breaking! – Lenovo Already Working on MTK MT6588 / MTK6589 Smartphone!! – Code Named “Arkansas” by GizBeat
Yes, Kethan I see your point. From what I understood previously, the mtk6588 would be 1.5-1.7ghz, but actually looking at the official chart comparison, it has 1.x in the speed column.
MTK likely doesn’t spend any more money to manufacture 1.7s compared to 1.2s, but releasing them at the same price wouldn’t make much sense as a business model.
This actually has some benefit for us and for MTK as this enables them to scale their lineup and prices. They can still make their dough by supplying 1.7Ghz quad-cores for the higher end / more expensive phones, but keep the lower end cheap with the 1.2Ghz mtk6588. Just my initial thoughts on the matter.
Damian ParsonsMember of GizBeatAdministratorYes, Kethan I see your point. From what I understood previously, the mtk6588 would be 1.5-1.7ghz, but actually looking at the official chart comparison, it has 1.x in the speed column.
MTK likely doesn't spend any more money to manufacture 1.7s compared to 1.2s, but releasing them at the same price wouldn't make much sense as a business model.
This actually has some benefit for us and for MTK as this enables them to scale their lineup and prices. They can still make their dough by supplying 1.7Ghz quad-cores for the higher end / more expensive phones, but keep the lower end cheap with the 1.2Ghz mtk6588. Just my initial thoughts on the matter.
max -September 23rd, 2012 at 4:26 pmnone
Comment author #141 on Breaking! – Lenovo Already Working on MTK MT6588 / MTK6589 Smartphone!! – Code Named “Arkansas” by GizBeat
Humm… hope they’ll be releasing it before Christmas. And also hope it’ll not be a 512mb / 1500mAh / 800×480 phone :/
Just forward my this message to Lenovo Hardware Design Director. Shame on him for ruining otherwise cheap nice Lenovo phones. :l
maxPublic CommentUserHumm... hope they'll be releasing it before Christmas. And also hope it'll not be a 512mb / 1500mAh / 800x480 phone :/
Just forward my this message to Lenovo Hardware Design Director. Shame on him for ruining otherwise cheap nice Lenovo phones. :l
Damian Parsons -September 23rd, 2012 at 4:38 pmnone
Comment author #142 on Breaking! – Lenovo Already Working on MTK MT6588 / MTK6589 Smartphone!! – Code Named “Arkansas” by GizBeat
I agree 100% max. Couple of small changes and current Lenovo mtk phones would be a very viable option. I still think okay for the average user, but not for heavy multi-taskers or people who work with many tabs open in their mobile browsers.
I’ll contact Lenovo now and let them know about your complaint :)
Damian ParsonsMember of GizBeatAdministratorI agree 100% max. Couple of small changes and current Lenovo mtk phones would be a very viable option. I still think okay for the average user, but not for heavy multi-taskers or people who work with many tabs open in their mobile browsers.
I'll contact Lenovo now and let them know about your complaint :)
Sgs3 Mtk 6588 -November 28th, 2013 at 4:52 pmnone
Comment author #8098 on Breaking! – Lenovo Already Working on MTK MT6588 / MTK6589 Smartphone!! – Code Named “Arkansas” by GizBeat
Can Any One Please Tell Me How to Root My SGS3 Mtk 6588.
The android is 4.1.1 Jelly Bean But It Can’t Be Rooted Like The Original Sgs3
Because The Android is Chinese And I Cant Find A Way How to Root this phone
Can Any One Post A Link For A Program Like Odin or something….. Witch I will be able to Root it with the Original Samsung android
Sgs3 Mtk 6588Public CommentUserCan Any One Please Tell Me How to Root My SGS3 Mtk 6588.
The android is 4.1.1 Jelly Bean But It Can't Be Rooted Like The Original Sgs3
Because The Android is Chinese And I Cant Find A Way How to Root this phone
Can Any One Post A Link For A Program Like Odin or something..... Witch I will be able to Root it with the Original Samsung android
Damian Parsons -November 28th, 2013 at 4:58 pmnone
Comment author #8099 on Breaking! – Lenovo Already Working on MTK MT6588 / MTK6589 Smartphone!! – Code Named “Arkansas” by GizBeat
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Well, damned if I didn’t just post about MTK MT6589 / MTK6589 not being officially released until early 2013, when news pops up of Lenovo already into development of a smartphone with MTK MT6589 / MTK6589 codenamed “Arkansas”.
Only @1.2ghz…really shame i heard it would be 1.7ghz !…!!
kethanPublic CommentUserOnly @1.2ghz...really shame i heard it would be 1.7ghz !...!!Yes, Kethan I see your point. From what I understood previously, the mtk6588 would be 1.5-1.7ghz, but actually looking at the official chart comparison, it has 1.x in the speed column.
MTK likely doesn’t spend any more money to manufacture 1.7s compared to 1.2s, but releasing them at the same price wouldn’t make much sense as a business model.
This actually has some benefit for us and for MTK as this enables them to scale their lineup and prices. They can still make their dough by supplying 1.7Ghz quad-cores for the higher end / more expensive phones, but keep the lower end cheap with the 1.2Ghz mtk6588. Just my initial thoughts on the matter.
Damian ParsonsMember of GizBeatAdministratorYes, Kethan I see your point. From what I understood previously, the mtk6588 would be 1.5-1.7ghz, but actually looking at the official chart comparison, it has 1.x in the speed column. MTK likely doesn't spend any more money to manufacture 1.7s compared to 1.2s, but releasing them at the same price wouldn't make much sense as a business model. This actually has some benefit for us and for MTK as this enables them to scale their lineup and prices. They can still make their dough by supplying 1.7Ghz quad-cores for the higher end / more expensive phones, but keep the lower end cheap with the 1.2Ghz mtk6588. Just my initial thoughts on the matter.Humm… hope they’ll be releasing it before Christmas. And also hope it’ll not be a 512mb / 1500mAh / 800×480 phone :/
Just forward my this message to Lenovo Hardware Design Director. Shame on him for ruining otherwise cheap nice Lenovo phones. :l
maxPublic CommentUserHumm... hope they'll be releasing it before Christmas. And also hope it'll not be a 512mb / 1500mAh / 800x480 phone :/ Just forward my this message to Lenovo Hardware Design Director. Shame on him for ruining otherwise cheap nice Lenovo phones. :lI agree 100% max. Couple of small changes and current Lenovo mtk phones would be a very viable option. I still think okay for the average user, but not for heavy multi-taskers or people who work with many tabs open in their mobile browsers.
I’ll contact Lenovo now and let them know about your complaint :)
Damian ParsonsMember of GizBeatAdministratorI agree 100% max. Couple of small changes and current Lenovo mtk phones would be a very viable option. I still think okay for the average user, but not for heavy multi-taskers or people who work with many tabs open in their mobile browsers. I'll contact Lenovo now and let them know about your complaint :)Can Any One Please Tell Me How to Root My SGS3 Mtk 6588.
Sgs3 Mtk 6588Public CommentUserCan Any One Please Tell Me How to Root My SGS3 Mtk 6588. The android is 4.1.1 Jelly Bean But It Can't Be Rooted Like The Original Sgs3 Because The Android is Chinese And I Cant Find A Way How to Root this phone Can Any One Post A Link For A Program Like Odin or something..... Witch I will be able to Root it with the Original Samsung androidThe android is 4.1.1 Jelly Bean But It Can’t Be Rooted Like The Original Sgs3
Because The Android is Chinese And I Cant Find A Way How to Root this phone
Can Any One Post A Link For A Program Like Odin or something….. Witch I will be able to Root it with the Original Samsung android
Please sign up at chinaphonearena and check out the sticky thread in this forum – http://chinaphonearena.com/forum/Forum-China-Phone-Tablet-Root-Hack-and-Develop . The sticky is a thread with many quick roots.
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