Smartphone

Global Vivo X300 FE makes Geekbench debut with Snapdragon 8-series chipset

The Vivo X200 FE was released as a compact camera-centric smartphone in July 2025. Now, the Vivo X300 FE is expected to be on the cards. Ahead of the launch, the X300 FE has surfaced on Geekbench, revealing its performance capabilities.

Huzefa Baloch, 16 Feb 2026 23:17

Latest Xiaomi 18 series spec leak hints at Snapdragon Pro chip, cameras, and massive batteries across the lineup

A known leaker has shared some key specifications for the upcoming Xiaomi 18 series of flagships. The lineup will include the Xiaomi 18, 18 Pro, 18 Pro Max, and the 18 Ultra, all of which will come with the next generation Snapdragon SoCs and over 7,000 mAh batteries.

Vineet Washington, 16 Feb 2026 22:10

Oppo has reportedly done what Samsung couldn't

Oppo seems to have one upped Samsung in more departments than one. If the leak turns out to be accurate, the company will become the first major Chinese smartphone manufacturer to implement this feature in their phones.

Vineet Washington, 16 Feb 2026 20:47

An official picture of the Poco X8 Pro in three launch colours.

Poco X8 Pro: Leak confirms more details about new Xiaomi smartphone before global release

The Poco X8 Pro has turned up on Geekbench before its release. Launching globally, the leak confirms that Xiaomi will replace the Poco X7 Pro with a Dimensity 8500-backed successor with 12 GB of RAM. The Poco X8 Pro will run Android 16 from launch, too.

Alex Alderson, 16 Feb 2026 20:33

The Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro 5G runs HyperOS 2.0 with annyoing in-app ads, but Xiaomi also offers an ad blocker

How to turn off ads on Xiaomi phones quickly

Xiaomi’s HyperOS shows ads and collects data about user behavior, but turning both off isn’t difficult. We show how that works on the Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro 5G.

Manuel Masiero, 16 Feb 2026 20:13

We've reviewed the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus

One of the best mid-range camera phones thanks to 200MP? Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus vs Galaxy S25 Ultra

Users who want to take good-looking photos with a smartphone don’t always have to buy the most expensive flagship models. With the Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus, we’re taking a look at the image quality of an affordable mid-range phone and comparing it with a current high-end smartphone, namely the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Marcus Herbrich, 16 Feb 2026 19:39

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to feature a similar design to its predecessor.

Apple iPhone 18: Entire lineup might sport larger batteries for global customers

A fresh leak has claimed that the upcoming iPhone 18 family will drop physical SIM support altogether, opting for dual eSIMs globally. This will free up some much-needed internal space, allowing for larger batteries across the lineup.

Sambit Saha, 16 Feb 2026 18:18

Exynos 2600 is shown to achieve comparable multi-core score. Pictured: an edited promo picture of the Exynos SoC.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 edges past Exynos 2600 in early Galaxy S26 series benchmark comparison

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is set to be unveiled on February 25, 2026. Right ahead of the launch, a benchmark comparison between the Exynos 2600-powered S26 and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5-equipped S26 Ultra has emerged.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 Feb 2026 17:57

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra in two of its launch colours.

New Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra leaks reveal global release date and complete pricing information

A new leak has revealed complete pricing information for the global versions of the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra. Not only that, but the same leak has offered up a specific global release for the first time too.

Alex Alderson, 16 Feb 2026 15:48

Full Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco eligibility list for Android 17 HyperOS update appears early

Xiaomi is almost done rolling out the HyperOS 3 update to all the eligible global devices, and after this, the company will soon announce its Android 17 beta program. Ahead of the announcement, a full list of eligible phones and tablets has emerged.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 Feb 2026 07:40

The Honor Magic V6 is expected to be unveiled on March 1

Honor Magic V6: First pictures show ultra-thin foldable phone in dark red

Spy shots from a photo shoots are always interesting, and this time they even provide a relatively good look at a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 rival, which is expected to launch globally soon and in a very dark color version.

Alexander Fagot, 15 Feb 2026 17:40

What Xiaomi doesn’t tell you about the Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus: HyperOS can be annoying

The mid-range smartphone’s user experience hasn’t always been ideal in our in-depth review. Out of the box, buyers of the Redmi 15 Pro Plus have to deal with numerous ads. Fortunately, it’s fairly easy to disable these sometimes-annoying pop-ups that are integrated into Xiaomi’s operating system.

Marcus Herbrich, 15 Feb 2026 16:50

The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 will also be available in a 7-core form.

New Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 to ship as slower variant with missing performance core

A less powerful version of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is coming. Equipped with fewer Performance CPU cores than the original Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, early leaks have outlined performance expectations for this new 7-core version, too.

Alex Alderson, 15 Feb 2026 14:26

The Find N6 will be considerably more powerful than the Find N5, latter pictured.

New Oppo Find N6 foldable reveals itself with Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 surpassing performance and 16 GB RAM

The Oppo Find N6 is rumoured to be launching globally next month. In the meantime, the new foldable smartphone has surfaced on a benchmarking website with performance that demolishes the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and Honor Magic V5.

Alex Alderson, 15 Feb 2026 12:31

The Galaxy S26 Plus test unit from the rear.

New Samsung Galaxy S26 smartphone reveals itself as someone tries to sell it for $1,650

A wild Galaxy S26 Plus has surfaced over a week before its release. Sporting Samsung's rumoured redesign, the device was allegedly being sold for a whopping $1,650 ahead of its official debut.

Alex Alderson, 14 Feb 2026 23:21

The iPhone 18 Pro is expected to offer at least five major new features

Apple iPhone 18 Pro: These five new features are rumored

More than six months prior to the purported iPhone 18 Pro launch this September, it already seems fairly clear how the iPhone 18 Pro generation will differ from the current iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max flagship models. An analyst has now summarized the expected changes and upgrades.

Alexander Fagot, 14 Feb 2026 17:59

The Rock 2 Pro is a new rugged smartphone

Rock 2 Pro smartphone sports huge 15,000mAh battery and 400-lumen flashlight

This new rugged smartphone comes with advanced features and 5G connectivity. The Blackview Rock 2 Pro should also be resistant to dust and water, and it runs on Android 16.

Silvio Werner, 14 Feb 2026 17:33

The Titan 2 Elite in its two apparent launch colours.

Official: New Titan 2 Elite smartphone launching globally with eye-catching finish

Unihertz has revealed more details about its BlackBerry lookalike. An alternative to the Clicks Communicator, the Titan 2 Elite features two rear-facing cameras and will be available in a striking finish unlike many modern smartphones.

Alex Alderson, 14 Feb 2026 13:54

Unofficial render of Galaxy Wide Fold, unfolded.

Samsung Galaxy Z ‘Wide’ Fold first look hints at what to expect from the cheaper foldable

The new addition to Samsung’s foldable lineup is believed to be a wider aspect ratio book-style phone that is being dubbed the Wide Fold. This phone will likely be a cheaper alternative to the Galaxy Z Fold 8, possibly even the Galaxy Z Fold 7.

Vineet Washington, 13 Feb 2026 20:18

Xiaomi will replace the Poco X7 Pro with two Poco X8 Pro-branded smartphones.

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max confirmed to receive global release with 8,500 mAh battery rumoured

The Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max has begun surfacing at regulatory bodies worldwide. Confirming the device's impending global release, the Poco X8 Pro Max should combine an 8,500 mAh battery with a MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chipset and an ultra-bright AMOLED display.

Alex Alderson, 13 Feb 2026 19:22

This Xiaomi 18 concept looks a lot like certain iPhones from the back.

New Xiaomi 18 redesign reveals itself with iPhone-inspired Leica camera housing

The Xiaomi 18 has been tipped to depart from its predecessor's design in a crucial area. Surprisingly, Xiaomi's next compact flagship could look more like recent Pro iPhones than the current iPhone 17.

Alex Alderson, 13 Feb 2026 18:35

The early bird offer makes the power bank drop to $149. Pictured: the Sharge 300 powering 3 devices at the same time.

Shargeek 300 launches as new high-capacity power bank with 300W fast charging support

The Sharge 300, which was previewed in mid-2025, has now launched on Kickstarter. This new Shargeek power bank can offer combined 300W fast charging, and recharge at 140W. The current early bird offer knocks it down to $149.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Feb 2026 17:33

The iPhone 17e supposedly gets a fresh design with Apple's Dynamic Island

Leak reveals Apple iPhone 17e including refreshed design, price and four major upgrades

According to these rumors, the Apple iPhone 17e will be officially unveiled in just a few days. A usually fairly reliable leaker has already revealed the design, price and key specs of the next-generation "budget iPhone" ahead of time.

Hannes Brecher, 13 Feb 2026 16:03

The pictur3ed Nothing Phone (3a) series is offered in gray, black, white and blue

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro appears on Geekbench as leaker reveals colors and configurations

The Nothing Phone (4a) and Nothing Phone (4a) Pro are expected to launch as early as March. A Geekbench listing is already providing clues about the flagship model’s processor, while a leaker has revealed details about the available configurations.

Hannes Brecher, 13 Feb 2026 15:45

Lava Yuva Star 3: Budget phone debuts with Android 15 Go and 90 Hz display

Lava’s Yuva Star 3 brings Android 15 Go Edition, IP64 protection, and a 6.75-inch 90 Hz display to the ultra-budget segment, with retail reporting pointing to ₹7,499 pricing in India.

Darryl Linington, 13 Feb 2026 12:02

The HyperOS update rollout will reportedly be paused until March 03, 2026. Pictured: Lunar New Year special additions for Xiaomi 17 Pro series.

HyperOS rollout hits pause as Xiaomi winds down operations for holidays

The Chinese Lunar New Year is around the corner, and Xiaomi is apparently planning to take a break from rolling out HyperOS updates during this holiday period. This hiatus will reportedly start on February 15 and expire on March 03, 2026.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Feb 2026 11:05

OnePlus is rolling out a new system update for its smartphone and tablet portfolio. Pictured: OnePlus 13R

OnePlus releases new February 2026 OxygenOS update with improved AI Eraser, new video editing tools, updated AI Writer, and more

OnePlus is rolling out a massive February 2026 OxygenOS update, bringing powerful new video editing tools and an enhanced AI Eraser to its smartphone lineup. The update rollout has already begun for eligible devices ranging from the new OnePlus 15 series down to the OnePlus 8.

Kristen Spradlin, 13 Feb 2026 07:43

The Honor Magic 8 Pro gets additional buttons thanks to the Telesin camera kit

Honor Magic 8 Pro gets camera grip with zoom control and 200mm telephoto lens

The Honor Magic8 Pro is one of the more interesting camera flagships thanks to a 200MP periscope telephoto camera and a 50MP f/1.6 main camera with a large sensor. Telesin has now introduced a camera kit that is intended to turn the smartphone into a more ergonomic as well as more versatile camera.

Hannes Brecher, 12 Feb 2026 22:13

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra puts a 200MP telephoto camera with continuous zoom into a round camera bump

Xiaomi 17 Ultra falls behind Apple iPhone 17 Pro in camera test

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is one of the best-equipped camera phones on the market, as Xiaomi offers a 200MP periscope telephoto camera with a continuous-zoom lens and a 50MP main camera with a 1-inch sensor. However, the flagship cannot take the top spot in DxOMark’s rankings.

Hannes Brecher, 12 Feb 2026 18:00

Samsung's crease-less foldable display allegedly for the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8.

First evidence of Samsung testing One UI 9 on new Fold, Z Fold 8, and Z Flip 8 spotted

It looks like Samsung is already testing the next One UI OS on its next generation foldables, including the mysterious new Fold that might be a cheaper alternative to the Z Fold 8. The company is expected to announce the new devices in September this year.

Vineet Washington, 12 Feb 2026 17:59

Vivo is expected to replace the X200 Ultra in March.

New Vivo X300 Ultra smartphone launching with satellite connectivity

A new leak has revealed fresh details about Vivo's new X300 Ultra smartphone. Reportedly launching in March, the Vivo X300 Ultra should offer satellite connectivity out of the box, too.

Alex Alderson, 12 Feb 2026 17:22

The Galaxy S26 Ultra in one of its primary launch colours.

Price increases incoming: Korean price leak reveals new details about Samsung Galaxy S26, S26 Plus and S26 Ultra

The launch of the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus and S26 Ultra is less than a fortnight away. In the meantime, a report from South Korea has identified that the Galaxy S26 series will officially retail for significantly more in one of Samsung's key markets.

Alex Alderson, 12 Feb 2026 15:59

The X300 Pro will soon not be the most powerful member in Vivo's X300 family.

Vivo X300 Max reveals itself in new leaks with hardware confirmed

The Vivo X300 Max has been detailed across several leaks. Allegedly featuring a flagship processor and IP69 certification, the X300 Max has been confirmed to surpass rivals with 90 W wired charging capabilities.

Alex Alderson, 12 Feb 2026 15:07

Samsung's official Galaxy Unpacked teaser image.

New leak provides clearest look yet at Samsung Galaxy S26, S26 Plus and S26 Ultra before their impending global releases

A new leak from the ever-reliable Evan Blass has offered the clearest look yet at Samsung's next flagship smartphones. Launching in four main colours, the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra feature harmonised designs with a few tweaks to distinguish the Ultra from its siblings.

Alex Alderson, 12 Feb 2026 14:35

The Xiaomi 18 may feature a 6.4-inch display. Pictured: a promo picture showing the Xiaomi 17 being held by a woman.

New Xiaomi 18 leak suggests major hardware upgrades despite skipping Snapdragon Pro chip

The Xiaomi 18 isn't expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro, but per Digital Chat Station, it will come with a larger display than the predecessor. This change is likely due to the integration of "advanced components," such as a 200 MP periscope camera.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Feb 2026 12:52

Alleged leaked Android 17 screenshots showing design overhaul.

Android 17 beta 1 delayed indefinitely

Google has reportedly delayed the first Android 17 beta which was expected to arrive today. The company had confirmed on the official subreddit that the update was around the corner, though without an exact time for launch.

Vineet Washington, 11 Feb 2026 21:11

Nearly one in four actively used smartphones is an iPhone

Apple iPhone and Samsung Galaxy are used by more than a billion people

The smartphone market is clearly dominated by Apple and Samsung, as both companies each have more than a billion active smartphone users. In total, eight companies surpass 200 million users according to the latest data from Counterpoint Research.

Hannes Brecher, 11 Feb 2026 19:47

Smartphones could become more expensive in 2026 due to the DRAM crisis.

Tripled DRAM costs expected to lead to lower smartphone production

The smartphone market is expected to suffer greatly from the DRAM crisis in 2026. The latest report from TrendForce estimates that production could be reduced by up to 15% following the tripling of RAM costs compared to last year.

Hannes Brecher, 11 Feb 2026 17:54

The entire Google Pixel 10 lineup is heavily discounted right now, with the best deal being the Pixel 10 Pro XL at $300 off.

Deal | Google Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL just got massive discounts in new sale

If you’ve been eyeing Google’s latest flagship, now’s a pretty good time to make your move. The entire Pixel 10 lineup is seeing discounts, with up to $300 off across virtually all configurations.

Kristen Spradlin, 11 Feb 2026 16:44

The Android 17 beta is just around the corner.

Android 17 beta launch surprisingly close

According to official information, Android 17 – codenamed “Cinnamon Bun” – is set to launch shortly. This comes as a surprise, as a developer preview is usually released before the beta phase begins. However, Google appears to be skipping that step and is expected to roll out the beta to the first Pixel devices in the coming days.

Marius Müller, 11 Feb 2026 15:43

The Xiaomi 18 may miss out on Qualcomm's most powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset. Xiaomi 17, pictured.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro launch timeline tipped with Xiaomi 18 set to miss out

A leaker has shared Qualcomm Snapdragon SM8950 and SM8975 release plans. Allegedly arriving as Elite Gen 6 and Elite Gen 6 Pro variants, only the latter is tipped to support LPDDR6 RAM. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro could be overlooked for cheaper and smaller flagships like the Xiaomi 18, too.

Alex Alderson, 11 Feb 2026 14:22

An alleged Oppo Find X9 Ultra prototype is undergoing public testing.

Find X9 Ultra: New battery and display details revealed for global-bound flagship

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra is rumoured to be receiving a global launch later this year. In the meantime, a leaker has revealed early battery and display details about Oppo's next Ultra-branded flagship.

Alex Alderson, 11 Feb 2026 13:21

The promo pictures show the phone in different colorways. Pictured: one of the leaked pictures of the Edge 70 Fusion.

Motorola Edge 70 Fusion surfaces in leaked promo images ahead of launch

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is expected to be one of the upcoming mid-range phones from Lenovo, and a recent report has already shared the possible core specs of the smartphone. Now, a leak has showcased the device through multiple official promo pictures.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 11 Feb 2026 11:59

Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event will be available to watch globally.

Samsung confirms Galaxy S26 vouchers and pre-orders for new Galaxy Unpacked launch event

With two weeks to go, Samsung has now invited fans to reserve vouchers and pre-order deals redeemable against its Galaxy S26 flagships. The company has indicated availability for the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra, too.

Alex Alderson, 11 Feb 2026 11:50

The Oppo K14x (pictured) shares several of its specs with the Samsung Galaxy F70e.

Oppo K14x launches as a rival to the Samsung Galaxy F70e

The Oppo K14x is a new mid-range Android smartphone for the Indian market. However, it shares several of its features with the recently launched Samsung Galaxy F70e, making both devices rivals vying for the same buyers.

Habeeb Onawole, 11 Feb 2026 10:49