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Mystery Xiaomi flagship could be its breakthrough tri-foldable smartphone

A mysterious Xiaomi Mix Fold device has surfaced in an early leak. Pegged for a summer 2026 release, the device is rumoured to be an alternative to Huawei's Mate XTs and Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold rather than a conventional book-s...

Alex Alderson, 04 Dec 2025 17:57

The Redmi 15C 5G is available in midnight blue, dusk purple, and midnight black colorways (Image source: Redmi)

Redmi 15C 5G goes official in India with Dimensity 6300 chipset and 6,000 mAh battery

The Redmi 15C is now officially launched in India with a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor. The budget-range smartphone is equipped with a 120 Hz LCD panel, a 50 MP primary camera, and a 6,000 mAh battery with 33 W wired charging ...

Abhinav Fating, 04 Dec 2025 15:44

Infinix Note 60 Ultra Design by Pininfarina (Image source: Infinix)

Infinix taps iconic Italian Design House Pininfarina for New Premium Smartphone Era

At the Business of Design Week 2025 in Hong Kong, Infinix announced a landmark partnership with Pininfarina signaling a bold push into the premium smartphone market. The collaboration will debut with the upcoming Infinix Note 60 U...

Daniel Schmidt, 04 Dec 2025 14:30

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (Image source: Daniel Schmidt/Notebookcheck)

Samsung regains a dominant 64% share of the global foldable market as shipments rise 14%, as rivals shift sharply

The market for foldable smartphones grew 14 percent year over year in Q3 2025. Figures shared by Counterpoint Research reveal that Samsung remained the leader of the segment.

David Odejide, 04 Dec 2025 12:44

The Poco C85 5G could be a rebrand of the Redmi 15C 5G. Pictured: a promo picture of the Poco-branded phone. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confirms large battery, 50 MP camera, and fast charging for affordable Poco C85 5G

The Poco C85 5G is about to become a new budget addition in the company's lineup. A few days ahead of the launch, Xiaomi has shared some core specs of the device, and it seems that the device will be a rebrand of the Redmi 15C 5G.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Dec 2025 10:48

Spy shots of the alleged Xiaomi 17 Ultra with a protective case have surfaced in China, and there is also news about the global model. (Image source: Weibo, edited)

Xiaomi 17 Ultra: Spyshots confirm leaked Leica camera design, global model revealed

For the first time, a real Xiaomi 17 Ultra has been photographed in the wild, and the photos confirm recent rumors and leaks suggesting an exclusive 1-inch sensor for the Leica main camera and, above all, completely new zoom camer...

Alexander Fagot, 04 Dec 2025 08:43

Nubia Flip3: Mid-range Galaxy Z Flip7-esque foldable debuts with Dimensity 7400X in tow

Nubia has now unveiled its latest foldable device. The Nubia Flip3 arrives as the third installment in the company's mid-range Galaxy Z Flip7-style foldable line, and is set to go on sale next month.

Ricci Rox, 04 Dec 2025 08:29

Tecno's Freeform Continuum Telephoto (Image Source: Tecno)

Tecno announces two world first zoom concepts built to remove lens switching issues

Freeform Continuum Telephoto offers continuous optical zoom from 1x to 9x, while Dual Mirror Reflect Telephoto is said to cut telephoto lens size in half with a mirror based design. The company also shared a brief update on its Te...

Antony Muchiri, 03 Dec 2025 21:24

A leaker has provided the first complete changelog for the next major One UI version, which will likely be publicly available as a beta soon. (Image source: Tarun Vats)

Samsung One UI 8.5 changelog: All new features for Galaxy phones and tablets

The Galaxy S25 series is likely to be the first to benefit from the advantages of the next major One UI version, at least in the form of a beta test that is expected to start soon, according to a complete changelog that has now be...

Alexander Fagot, 03 Dec 2025 20:23

The successor to the Honor X70 pictured here apparently has a gigantic battery. (Image source: Honor)

Honor X80 surfaces with gigantic 10,000 mAh battery

Larger batteries are one of the most significant smartphone trends of the year. Smartphones with 7,000 mAh batteries are no longer a rarity. Honor is now planning a mid-range smartphone, the X80, with a gigantic 10,000 mAh battery...

Hannes Brecher, 03 Dec 2025 20:21

The Galaxy Z TriFold running three apps side-by-side. (Image source: Mobile phone researcher Yasuhiro Yamane)

YouTuber showcases Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold features in early hands-on video

A YouTuber has provided a close-up of the Galaxy Z TriFold before Samsung starts selling it in select markets. Sporting improved multitasking functionality, the Galaxy Z TriFold is said to feel relatively swelvte when opened despi...

Alex Alderson, 03 Dec 2025 18:39

The Xperia 1 VII could be Sony's last flagship with a 12 MP rear-facing camera. (Image source: Sony)

Xperia 1 VIII tipped to launch with major 200 MP camera upgrade but not the Sony sensor you may think

According to a new report, Sony will finally bring a 200 MP camera to its Xperia 1 line next year with the release of the Xperia 1 VIII. Taking a leaf out of Samsung, Oppo, Vivo and Xiaomi's books, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is rumour...

Alex Alderson, 03 Dec 2025 18:30

The HMD 100 will likely be the cheapest of HMD Global's three forthcoming feature phones. (Image source: HMD Global - edited)

HMD presents HMD 100, HMD 101 and HMD 102 feature phones with long battery life

HMD Global has announced a trio of new feature phones. Lacking any Nokia branding whatsoever, the HMD 100, HMD 101 and HMD 102 are said to offer long battery life in part because they lack an LTE modem like last year's Nokia 3210 ...

Alex Alderson, 03 Dec 2025 18:19

The OnePlus 15 has been certified by the FCC and will soon be available to pre-order. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 15 arrives in the US on December 4, starts at $900 with a free OnePlus Watch 3 or Buds Pro 3

The OnePlus 15 has been certified by the FCC and will soon be up for pre-order. With pricing starting at $899.99, pre-order gifts are either a OnePlus Buds Pro 3 or a OnePlus Watch 3.

Habeeb Onawole, 03 Dec 2025 16:01

The Ace 6T will launch as the OnePlus 15R in the global market. Pictured: the black colorway of the phone. (Image source: 瘦子說 via OnePlus)

OnePlus Ace 6T debuts with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and biggest battery in company’s history

The OnePlus Ace 6T is now official in China, and it's the first phone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. It's also the first smartphone from the company that features an 8,300 mAh battery. The starting pre-sale price is CNY 2,599,...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Dec 2025 14:13

Xiaomi will sell the Redmi Note 15 4G globally in Black, Forest Green and Glacier Blue colour options. (Image source: via Sparkandy)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 4G reveals itself before global launch with pricing and specifications confirmed including battery upgrade

The Redmi Note 15 4G is set to launch globally soon as the cheapest option in the Redmi Note 15 series. Equipped with a larger battery totalling 6,000 mAh, the Redmi Note 15 4G contains a few other upgrades over Xiaomi's budget Re...

Alex Alderson, 03 Dec 2025 12:36

The Nubia Fold offers a 8-inch foldable display at a relatively affordable price. (Image source: Nubia)

Nubia Fold arrives cheaper than Galaxy Z Fold7, with Snapdragon 8 Elite and 49% larger battery

Besides being significantly cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Nubia Fold also houses a 49% larger battery whilst maintaining a relatively slim profile. It offers reasonable specifications, including a Snapdragon 8 Elite...

Hannes Brecher, 03 Dec 2025 12:11

The Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus in its three global launch colours. (Image source: via Sparkandy)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus rears its head with complete specs and pricing confirmed before global release

A retailer has confirmed almost every detail about the global version of the Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus ahead of time. Listed with pricing, specifications and dozens of images, the Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus will differ from its Chinese c...

Alex Alderson, 03 Dec 2025 12:07

The Exynos 2600 has now been officially confirmed for release. (Image Source: Samsung)

Samsung announces imminent launch of Exynos 2600 for its next-gen premium phones

Samsung has now confirmed its plans to launch the Exynos 2600 soon. The chipset will arrive as a successor to the lackluster Exynos 2500 but could be Samsung's first competitive flagship chipset in years, and is expected to featur...

Ricci Rox, 03 Dec 2025 08:33

Sony will likely sell the Xperia 1 VIII in the same markets as its predecessor, pictured here, including Europe. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Sony Xperia 1 VIII and Xperia 10 VIII reveal themselves with extent of international releases hinted

Two of Sony's next Xperia smartphones have surfaced in new listings. Presumed to be the Xperia 1 VIII and cheaper Xperia 10 VIII, the listings offer a few indications about the state of their global release plans ahead of time.

Alex Alderson, 02 Dec 2025 22:54

Google has released its biggest update for Android 16 thus far (Image source: Google)

Google releases biggest Android 16 software update yet for Pixel 10 Pro and other smartphones

Google will release major operating system updates twice a year going forward, and the latest Android 16 update marks the debut of this new release schedule. Users of compatible Google Pixel smartphones are the first to get access...

Hannes Brecher, 02 Dec 2025 22:46

Gaming smartphones might be able to play PC games in the future (Image source: Asus)

From Steam Deck to Steam Phone: Valve endorses emulation of Windows games on ARM devices

The Steam Deck and Steam Machine are only the beginning. After establishing PC gaming on Linux, the owner of the world’s largest digital game store now wants to bring PC and especially Steam games to ARM devices as well.

Hannes Brecher, 02 Dec 2025 22:29

The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra has an enormous camera module (Image source: Android Headlines)

Leak unveils Motorola Edge 70 Ultra with new design in two color variants

The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra has appeared in leaked images for the first time. With a massive square camera bump and a back panel with a fabric texture in two different color choices, the Edge 70 Ultra adds a fresh look to Motorola’...

Hannes Brecher, 02 Dec 2025 22:13

The OnePlus 15 comes with a large battery. We put it through its paces to see how long the battery life really is. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

OnePlus 15 battery stamina test: How long does the 7,300 mAh giant really last?

The OnePlus 15 promises significantly longer battery life than its predecessor thanks to its 7,300 mAh battery,but does it live up to this promise in everyday use? Our detailed battery life test reveals how the smartphone actually...

Florian Schmitt, 02 Dec 2025 18:58

The Oppo Find X9 is a good smartphone, but it also highlights some of the industry's problems. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Oppo Find X9 stress test: Over 50% less performance under sustained load

The Oppo Find X9 impresses with its high-quality build and powerful Hasselblad camera system. However, it harbors significant weaknesses in the cooling of its high-performance top-of-the-line SoC. In this article, we explain how ...

Florian Schmitt, 02 Dec 2025 18:55

Oppo may be on the verge of replacing the Find N5, pictured, within the next few months. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Find N6: Leakers clarify international release plans for new foldable with OnePlus Open 2 also mooted

According to new reports, Oppo has begun testing its next foldable in India. While a key market for sister company OnePlus, a leaker believes that there is a good chance that availability of the OnePlus Open 2 in the same market i...

Alex Alderson, 02 Dec 2025 16:56

The Oppo A6x 5G features a 6,500 mAh battery with 45 W wired charging support (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo A6x: Oppo’s new budget-friendly 5G smartphone launches with 6,500 mAh battery and 120 Hz display

Oppo has launched a new smartphone to its existing A6 series lineup, the A6x 5G. The smartphone comes with a Dimensity 6300 chipset, a 120 Hz display, a 13 MP primary camera, and a decent 6,500 mAh battery with 45 W wired charging...

Abhinav Fating, 02 Dec 2025 15:49

A concept render of the Wide Fold's 1:1 or 18:18 internal display. (Image source: Ice Universe)

Samsung 'H8' foldable rears its head as rumoured Apple iPhone Fold rival

Apple is expected to finally enter the foldable market soon with the so-called iPhone Fold. While official confirmation is likely still almost a year away, Samsung's rumoured alternative has now appeared on GSMA databases with a m...

Alex Alderson, 02 Dec 2025 15:44

All global Redmi Note 15 series phones will reportedly see battery downgrades. Pictured: the back Note 15 Pro+. (Image source: @NICE-R9 via Xiaomi)

Global Redmi Note 15 series leak points to several spec cutbacks over Chinese models

The Redmi Note 15 series became official in China in August 2025, and the mid-range lineup is expected to make a global debut soon. However, per a recent leak, it seems that the international variants of the phones will see some d...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 02 Dec 2025 12:30

Pictured - the Sidephone with the modular compact QWERTY keypad against a light gray background (left) and the QWERTY keypad on its own against a dark gray background (right). (Image source: u/gosidephone via r/sidephone)

New swappable QWERTY keypad tile with predictive algorithm officially unveiled for Sidephone's premium SP-01 phone

Sidephone’s new compact QWERTY keypad packs a 5×5 grid of predictive keys into the same footprint as its existing tiles, promising faster typing without bloating the phone. It slots into the modular bay, costs US$29, and is slated...

Anubhav Sharma, 02 Dec 2025 11:50

OnePlus 15R will launch on December 3 in China. Pictured: a promo shot of the phone. (Image source: OnePlus)

More official OnePlus 15R details emerge as global launch nears

The OnePlus 15R is set to launch as the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 flagship phone for the international market. Ahead of the imminent launch, the company has shared more about this global Ace 6T rebrand.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 02 Dec 2025 10:58

Stable HyperOS 3 starts rolling out to Redmi Note 14 and Mi Band 10

Xiaomi kicked off the stable HyperOS 3 rollout for the Note lineup with the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G and Note Pro 5 in mid-November. Now, the company is expanding the Android 16 update to the base Redmi Note 14 4G.

Kristen Spradlin, 02 Dec 2025 09:22

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is finally official (image source: Samsung)

Samsung slyly unveils Galaxy Z TriFold with 10-inch screen and impressively thin chassis

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is finally official. For now, it is only available in South Korea, and it will be released only in a handful of markets afterwards.

Anil Ganti, 02 Dec 2025 06:55

The RedMagic 11 Pro+ is currently the fastest smartphone according to AnTuTu (Image source: Nubia)

RedMagic 11 Pro Plus tops AnTuTu performance charts as Dimensity 9500 snatches second and third place

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 owes its top position in the November AnTuTu benchmark charts to the RedMagic 11 Pro Plus, which pairs the processor with an active fan and a water cooling system. With passive cooling, the Me...

Hannes Brecher, 01 Dec 2025 22:01

The XploraOne is positioned as a compact smartphone for children. (Image source: HMD Global)

HMD Global unveils XploraOne mini smartphone that does away with social media

HMD Global's latest mini-smartphone is designed to do without the distractions of social networks, focusing instead on essential communication features. This should make the device suitable as a first mobile phone for children.

Hannes Brecher, 01 Dec 2025 18:46

The Vivo X200 Ultra's battery life already impressed us when we reviewed the device over the summer. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Vivo X300 Ultra tipped to surpass Vivo X200 Ultra with new battery upgrade to rival Find X9 Pro

The Find X9 Pro currently puts its competitors to shame with a 7,500 mAh battery. According to a new report, that could change with the Vivo X300 Ultra, which is said to be gracing global audiences early next year, too.

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2025 18:03

The Galaxy S26 Ultra could be available in six color options. Pictured: S25 Ultra with a pink skin. (Image source: Dbrand - edited)

New Galaxy S26 Ultra leak reveals planned color options of upcoming flagship phone

The official wallpapers for the Galaxy S26 Ultra have apparently been spotted in One UI 8.5. These images share the possible color options of the upcoming Samsung flagship phone, and there could be six of them.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 Dec 2025 16:22

The OnePlus Ace 6T's Hole-Pattern magnetic case will add compatibility with magnetic accessories. (Image source: OnePlus)

The OnePlus Ace 6T is getting the beloved Hole-Pattern Magnetic Case

OnePlus has announced that the Hole-Pattern Magnetic case that launched with the OnePlus 13s will also be released for the OnePlus Ace 6T. The case, which has built-in magnets, will not only provide protection but also allow owner...

Habeeb Onawole, 01 Dec 2025 15:12

The Galaxy S26 Ultra could indeed feature 25 W wireless charging. Pictured: Galaxy S25 Ultra with magnetic case. (Image source: Dbrand)

One UI 8.5 code points to a long-overdue upgrade for Samsung Galaxy S26 series

Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy S26 series in early 2026, and the upcoming lineup is set to bring a few upgrades over the last-gen phones. A hidden code within One UI 8.5 has seemingly confirmed that faster wireless charg...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 Dec 2025 12:52

The Hyper 8 Ultra is a rugged 5G phone with a walkie-talkie function (Image source: Hotwav)

Hyper 8 Ultra: Rugged smartphone supports encrypted digital communication even without cell service

The Hotwav Hyper 8 Ultra is a new rugged phone that not only supports 5G connectivity but also features a walkie-talkie function and encrypted digital radio communication.

Silvio Werner, 01 Dec 2025 12:49

The Magic 8 Pro starts at around $1,113 in Malaysia. Pictured: the back of the phone. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5-equipped Honor Magic 8 Pro officially debuts outside China

The Honor Magic 8 Pro is among the first phones that are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. About a month after its Chinese debut, the camera flagship is now officially landing outside China, with Malaysia being the first.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 Dec 2025 11:33

The OnePlus Ace 6T a.k.a. OnePlus 15R will have an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner like the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 15. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 15R/OnePlus Ace 6T inherits 3D ultrasonic fingerprint scanner from OnePlus 13 flagship

The OnePlus Ace 6T, which will launch as the OnePlus 15R in other regions, will be getting an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner like the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 15. The phone will also have other display features, such as glove mode a...

Habeeb Onawole, 01 Dec 2025 10:53

The OnePlus 15R is confirmed to feature a 50 MP primary camera on the back. Picture: the rear of the phone. (Image source: 瘦子說)

OnePlus 15R camera details surface as company officially shares sample photos

The Ace 6T will launch soon in China, and it will be rebranded as the OnePlus 15R for the global market. Ahead of the Chinese debut, the company has showcased the camera prowess of the affordable flagship phone by sharing some pho...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 Dec 2025 07:04

A usually reliable leaker has compared the Samsung Galaxy S26 series to the S25 models (Image source: TT Technology)

Samsung Galaxy S26, S26 Plus and S26 Ultra: Leaker compares almost all specs with Galaxy S25 counterparts

Many details about the Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Galaxy S26 Plus and compact Galaxy S26 are already known at this point, so it is time to compare them with their predecessors. A leaker is sending a clear message to Samsung fans around...

Alexander Fagot, 30 Nov 2025 20:01

The Lotus Diplomat is a smartphone with a physical keyboard and two displays (Image source: Lotus Technologies)

Lotus Diplomat: Smartphone with keyboard, 24GB RAM, 1.5TB storage and Snapdragon 8 Elite aims to fill gap left by BlackBerry

The Lotus Diplomat is a new smartphone that comes with a keyboard and a secondary display. This handset should be well suited for typing longer text and is expected to be offered in several configurations.

Silvio Werner, 30 Nov 2025 18:57

Motorola will partner with Swarovski for a special edition of the Edge 70. (Image source: Evan Blass)

The Motorola Edge 70 is getting the Swarovski treatment

A leak has revealed the existence of a special edition of the Motorola Edge 70. Made in collaboration with Swarovski and Pantone, the Motorola Edge 70 Swarovski Edition is expected to be unveiled soon.

Habeeb Onawole, 30 Nov 2025 13:20

The Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus is also expected to feature a 7,000+ mAh battery. Pictured: a promo picture of the Note 15 Pro+. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

New Redmi Note 16 series leak points to 200 MP primary camera on upcoming Pro Plus phone

The Redmi Note 16 series is expected to launch in China in early 2026, and way ahead of an official announcement, a notable leaker is hinting that the upcoming Pro+ model could sport a 200 MP primary camera.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 30 Nov 2025 08:09

Viral deepfake shows Tim Cook as a fan of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. (Image source: X, Noah Cat, @Cartidise, screenshot).

Tim Cook loves the Galaxy S25: Comedic AI clip goes viral

Tim Cook as a Samsung fanboy? A viral clip shows the Apple CEO with a Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, mocking "BugOS". While a deepfake, the short video is nevertheless generating widespread laughs and amazement at ever-improving AI tec...

Ronald Matta, 29 Nov 2025 23:43