Razer slashes US$300 off the Razer Phone

Looks like we might be getting the second iteration of the Razer Phone sooner instead of later. Razer is offering the first Razer Phone in the US at a sizeable discount. The original Black version of the smartphone is getting a US$300 discount. If you’re in the States or have someone there who can get the device for you. Head to the Razer Store, add the device to your cart, and then find the “PROMO CODE” section. Type in the word “WOOHOO” to see if the discount still stands. This cuts almost 43% from the original US$700 SRP of the Razer Phone when it first came out. Discounting a device by this much could only mean that Razer is making room for its new phone.

Source: SlashGear

Razer confirms it’s working on second-generation Razer Phone

We don’t know when it’s coming, how much it’s going to cost, or what it’s going to be like but we know it’s coming. Razer just confirmed in a note in its most recent earning report that the second-generation Razer Phone is in the works. The company hasn’t released the sales numbers of the original Razer Phone but has reportedly said it’s “very pleased with the success of its first generation Razer Phone.” The report also noted that the first phone was launched as a “limited run” device. Now, we just have to see what the company will try to aim for with the second iteration of this gaming smartphone.

Source: The Verge

Razer Phone gets Android 8.1 Oreo update

At the end of last month, Razer announced it was bringing Android Oreo to Razer Phone users. And now it seems that time has come. Android 8.1 is rolling out now to Razer Phone users. It’s rolling out slowly over the coming weeks so if it hasn’t landed on your device yet, you just need to wait for it a bit. According to Razer, what you can expect from the update include a “cleaner visual design, under-the-hood improvements for a better overall experience, Dolby Atmos app improvements, and support for the Netflix widget.” The update will also include “major” security patches and bug fixes.

Source: Android Central

Razer introduces limited edition Razer Phone with gold colored logo at the back

Just in time for the Chinese Spring Festival, Razer is unveiling a limited edition version of its first smartphone. This Gold Edition of the Razer Phone features a gold colored logo at the back of the device. This seems to be the only change made to the device and it also retails with the similar US$699.99 price tag. It’s being sold in the U.S. and Hong Kong. Based on what’s on Razer’s site, it comes in classy looking red packaging, too. There is no word on how many units the company is selling but if you want to get your hands on one, you might want to get one as soon as possible.

Source: Android Authority