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Tipster shares details regarding compact OnePlus flagship with Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC and 1.5K display

A compact flagship smartphone from OnePlus is rumored to be in development at the company, boasting a 6.3-inch 1.5K display and the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC. The smartphone will boast a simpler camera layout, and likely arrive with ...

Sambit Saha, 09 Dec 2024 20:25

Redmi K90 tipped to launch as Android smartphone with even bigger battery

The Redmi K80 is the vanilla variant of its new Android smartphone series, yet has its biggest battery thus far. Its successor is now thought to have even more of an upgrade in these terms, however. In the meantime, the K80 series...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Dec 2024 19:23

The "Honor 100 GT". (Image source: Digital Chat Station)

Honor 100 GT leaks with up-to-date design and RAM/storage configurations

The Honor 100 GT is depicted as a smartphone ready to hit the premium mid-range Android smartphone market with an almost-flagship SoC, fast charging and a 50MP rear camera with OIS. Its housing may have also just been revealed, al...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Dec 2024 18:08

The Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G comes with up to 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G now official internationally with Light Hunter 800 camera

The Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G is now available officially outside China for the first time. While hardly any time has passed since Xiaomi released its predecessor globally, the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G brings various upgrades to ...

Alex Alderson, 09 Dec 2024 15:55

The international version of the Redmi Note 14 Pro is unchanged from its initial Chinese release. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G arrives internationally as upgrade on Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G

Xiaomi has refreshed its popular Redmi Note series internationally with Redmi Note 14 models. Sitting in the middle of the pack currently is the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G, which surpasses the existing Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G in a few area...

Alex Alderson, 09 Dec 2024 15:43

The Moto G15 will have a larger display than its predecessor. (Image source: 91Mobiles)

Leaked Moto G15 specs reveal a bigger display and larger battery than the Moto G14

The Moto G15 is overdue for arrival, and for those looking forward to the budget smartphone, a leak has revealed its specs. The upcoming smartphone will bring upgrades to the screen, camera, and battery capacity.

Habeeb Onawole, 09 Dec 2024 15:35

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 15 Ultra launch month officially confirmed

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is an upcoming flagship smartphone from the Chinese tech giant. After receiving its recent 3C certification in China, official information regarding its launch has now surfaced.

Huzefa Baloch, 09 Dec 2024 13:59

Xiaomi has made two camera hardware improvements to the Redmi Note 14 5G for its international release. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G makes international debut with Sony LYT-600 and fresh camera upgrades

Xiaomi has finally released the Redmi Note 14 5G outside China. While the device closely resembles its Chinese counterpart, Xiaomi has included two hardware upgrades that should improve camera performance.

Alex Alderson, 09 Dec 2024 13:10

Barely 8 months before the expected launch of the Google Pixel 10, a case supposedly provides a first look at the phone’s camera design. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel 10: First phone case allegedly provides an early look at the camera design

It’s still early days in the Pixel 10 leak cycle: besides a major specs leak about the Tensor G5 and G6, we haven’t even seen any leaked CAD models. But it won’t be long before more information trickles out. The first Pixel 10 cas...

Alexander Fagot, 09 Dec 2024 12:22

OnePlus 13R will feature a flat display with slim bezels (Image source: Louis Lee on Weibo)

Real-world images give the first official look at the front of OnePlus 13R

The OnePlus Ace 5 series is set to be released later this month, and the standard phone is expected to be rebranded to the OnePlus 13R for the global market. Ahead of the release, Louis Lee, the brand’s president, has shown off th...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 09 Dec 2024 06:52

Poco C75 5G tipped to offer exclusive features to Indian smartphone shoppers on a budget

Poco India has revealed that the C75 5G will also make its debut during the upcoming Poco M7 Pro event scheduled for later in December 2024. The brand asserts that the new C-series Android smartphone will be the only one with spec...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Dec 2024 19:32

Soon a Qualcomm-free zone: Apple plans to slowly replace all Qualcomm modems in iPhones and iPads starting with the iPhone SE 4. (Image source: Wekihome)

From the iPhone SE 4 to the iPhone 19: How Apple plans to banish Qualcomm from iPhones and iPads altogether

Apple and Qualcomm have been partners for a long time, but the former appears intent on gradually moving away from Qualcomm as a chip supplier for Apple's iPhones and iPads over the next few years, as Bloomberg reveals in detail. ...

Alexander Fagot, 08 Dec 2024 16:09

According to the latest information, Xiaomi will not present the successor to the Xiaomi 14 Ultra in January 2025 after all. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 15 Ultra: No early Leica camera flagship launch according to recent info

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra was officially unveiled worldwide at the Mobile World Congress at the end of February 2024 and was expected to be launched in China shortly after the turn of the year. However, leakers are currently reporting t...

Alexander Fagot, 08 Dec 2024 15:48

A smartphone with a fan. (Image source: RedMagic)

First-gen OnePlus/Oppo gaming smartphone tipped to launch with flat screen and active cooling

An upcoming Android smartphone is tipped to launch with an on-trend flat screen to go with its almost gaming PC-like active cooling system that even has its own tiny working fan. However, the device is not said to debut from promi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Dec 2024 20:44

An up-to-date BOE display. (Image source: OnePlus)

BOE develops extra-narrow-bezel screen for next-gen premium smartphones

BOE is now tipped to help shrink smartphone display bezels to their greatest extent with the introduction of a new display panel. It is allegedly pitched at premium or premium mid-range Android devices of the near future, and may ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Dec 2024 19:08

The HyperOS ecosystem in action. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi mulls expanding HyperOS ecosystem to Apple devices

Xiaomi has designed its latest version of Android to act as much of a hub for with the rest of its smart devices as possible. Now, the OEM is reportedly trying to find a way to make that "interconnectivity" compatible with hardwar...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Dec 2024 18:18

Upcoming iPhone 17 Pro series could see more efficient displays. (Image Source: Notebookcheck)

Apple iPhone 17 Pro series touted to offer improved battery life thanks to new display tech

The iPhone 17 Pro models could feature a new display backplane technology called low-dielectric TEE. Low-dielectric TEE has the potential to offer improved power efficiency, durability, and better performance compared to the tradi...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 07 Dec 2024 17:45

Garena Free City is currently only available in Argentina (Image source: Google Play Store - edited)

Garena Free City: GTA 5-inspired mobile game makes its soft launch

Singaporean game developer Garena has introduced a new mobile game called Free City. This smartphone game combines elements from GTA Online and GTA 5, but it's currently only available in Argentina.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 07 Dec 2024 08:02

The Armor Mini 20 family grows (Image source: Ulefone)

Ulefone's Armor Mini 20 is a rugged, versatile smartphone offering night vision and an infrared blaster

Ulefone is offering a new very compact smartphone at a good price. The phone is particularly tough and should stand up to rough environmental conditions.

Silvio Werner, 06 Dec 2024 22:40

The special edition Motorola Edge 50 Neo and Razr 50 Ultra will be available in select markets. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Razr 50 Ultra and Edge 50 Neo get Pantone Color of the Year 2025 Mocha Mousse edition

Motorola and Pantone's partnership continues as the former has announced special editions of the Motorola Edge 50 Neo and Razr 50 Ultra/Razr+ 2024 foldable. The special edition is a new color based on Pantone's Color of the Year 2...

Habeeb Onawole, 06 Dec 2024 21:10

The Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus will sport IP69 certification after all. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus confirmed to launch with IP69 certification for global release

The first international launch of the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus is right around the corner. Ahead of its arrival, Xiaomi has now confirmed that the smartphone will support IP69 certification, which it had previously appeared to rule ...

Alex Alderson, 06 Dec 2024 19:55

TSMC is on track to deliver 2nm. (Image source: TSMC)

TSMC 2 nanometer trial run yields exceed estimations at over 60%

Devices such as next-gen iPhones, Macs and iPad Pros are believed to be powered by processors supplied by the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) as it has mastered the production of the bleeding-edge 2 nanometer pro...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Dec 2024 19:35

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 features MediaTek's Dimensity 9000+ chipset (Image source: Tecno)

Tecno Phantom V Fold2 and Phantom V Flip2 unveiled in India

Tecno has presented its second-generation foldable smartphones, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 and the Phantom V Flip2. Both devices will be available to purchase starting December 13th via Amazon India.

Abhinav Fating, 06 Dec 2024 18:34

OnePlus offers a lifetime warranty on its phones for green line issues (Image source: OnePlus - edited)

OnePlus announces 'worry-free' fix for green line issues

To address green line issues, OnePlus has announced a "worry-free solution" for its phones. The company aims to offer it through an enhanced display structure, better quality checks, and a lifetime warranty for the screen.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 06 Dec 2024 18:17

Real-world photo leak shows the oval-shaped camera island of the unreleased Pixel 9a (Image source: @feni_book on X)

Real-world Google Pixel 9a photo leak shows iPhone 8 Plus-like camera island

The Google Pixel 9a isn't official yet, but as with any other Google phone, it hasn't remained a secret for long. CAD renders for the smartphone leaked back in September, and now, real-life photos of the device have surfaced.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 06 Dec 2024 16:32

The Mate X6 is just one of several devices that Huawei plans to release globally next week. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Mate XT: First tri-fold smartphone missing in new global launch teasers

Huawei has revealed its plans for its December 12 'Unfold the Classic' launch event. While the Mate XT is absent for now, the Mate X6 will be in attendance, as will four other devices.

Alex Alderson, 06 Dec 2024 16:18

Honor X50 beats iPhone 16 Pro Max in new Chinese top 10 smartphone list

The iPhone 16 Pro Max has made it to #3 in Canalys' latest analysis of the best-selling smartphones in the Chinese market over the third quarter of 2024 (3Q2024). Then again, the new Apple flagship was kept off the #2 spot by a de...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Dec 2024 15:18

The compact OnePlus smartphone will reportedly be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus tipped to release a new compact flagship phone with Snapdragon 8 Elite

Prominent leaker Digital Chat Station reports that OnePlus is currently working on a compact smartphone. It will reportedly feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite but has a less capable camera setup than the OnePlus 13.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 06 Dec 2024 13:32

The Google Pixel 7 Pro is now getting a total of five major Android updates instead of just three. (Image source: Triyansh Gill)

Google Pixel 6 (Pro), Pixel 7 (Pro) and Pixel Fold to get five major Android updates instead of just three

Android 15 was supposed to be the last major Android update for the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, but now the smartphones from 2021 are receiving two more major Android updates, just like the Pixel Fold and the Pixel 7 series.

Hannes Brecher, 06 Dec 2024 01:33

Google has just released one of the biggest updates of the year for Pixel smartphones. (Image source: Google)

Google releases December Feature Drop for Pixel 9 Pro and the like

Google has released the big December 2024 Feature Drop for Pixel smartphones, the Pixel tablet and the Pixel Watch, introducing a simplified home screen, improved smart home controls for the tablet and camera improvements.

Hannes Brecher, 06 Dec 2024 01:30

A leaked "Ace 5" render. (Image source: Digital Chat Station)

OnePlus 13R impresses in alleged pre-launch gaming test

OnePlus is tipped to launch a new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3-powered Android smartphone to be called the Ace 5 in China and the 13R elsewhere soon. A prominent leaker claims that it is more resistant to the demands of some popular mobile ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Dec 2024 19:42

Oppo Reno13 series to hit international market soon following FCC approval

The Oppo Reno13 and 13 Pro are poised to become the first Dimensity 8350-powered Android smartphones worldwide, having been cleared to launch by a number of national regulators that include the US' Federal Communications Commissio...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Dec 2024 18:49

The Redmi Note 14 5G will receive a direct global release after all. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G confirmed for global release with Sony LYT-600 and a new mystery camera

Xiaomi has now confirmed that its full suite of Redmi Note 14 devices will be available internationally from December 9. However, the company has a surprise in store for the global version of the Redmi Note 14 5G, which will have ...

Alex Alderson, 05 Dec 2024 18:31

The Galaxy S25 Ultra could be the last of its kind with a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset. (Image source: Notebookcheck - edited)

Samsung and MediaTek partnership may soon extend to new flagship smartphones

According to new reports, Samsung is said to be exploring alternatives to Qualcomm chipsets for future flagship smartphones because of cost pressures. Apparently, MediaTek is being considered as an alternative, which already suppl...

Alex Alderson, 05 Dec 2024 17:35

Next-gen Honor flagship Android smartphone tipped to come with 35mm lens/variable aperture camera upgrade

Honor's current flagship smartphone has a cutting-edge 200MP periscope zoom - now, one of its successors is said to augment that spec with another equally advanced 35mm lens for another of its cameras - which is, moreover, also ti...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Dec 2024 17:19

The OnePlus Ace 5 will be sold outside China as the OnePlus 13R. (Image source: Cai Zuxuan on Weibo)

OnePlus Ace 5's key charging feature will not be coming to the OnePlus 13

The OnePlus Ace 5 will launch as an affordable alternative to the OnePlus 13. However, it will not only be able to match the flagship in terms of gaming performance, it will also have a charging feature not available on the OnePlu...

Habeeb Onawole, 05 Dec 2024 16:40

Xiaomi 15 Ultra receives 3C certification, suggesting imminent launch

Xiaomi is preparing to expand its flagship series with the Ultra model, which has recently received 3C certification in China. The certification hints at an imminent launch of the anticipated flagship smartphone.

Huzefa Baloch, 05 Dec 2024 16:22

Samsung Galaxy S24 series gets One UI 7 beta is in select markets (Image source: Samsung - edited)

Samsung One UI 7 beta starts rolling out to select Galaxy phones

Samsung has officially rolled out One UI 7 beta for the Galaxy S24 series. Eligible members from Germany, Korea, India, Poland, the US, and the UK can now install the new Android 15 update on their devices.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 Dec 2024 15:58

The Exynos 2500 reportedly features 10 CPU cores and an Xclipse 950 RDNA 3/3.5 iGPU. (Image source: Samsung, Unsplash, edited)

Exynos 2500 vs Snapdragon 8 Elite battle appears one-sided as purported Galaxy S25 Plus stops by Geekbench again

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S25+ smartphone has stopped by Geekbench for another set of single-core and multi-core benchmarks results. The scores put the Exynos 2500 below both the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and the Apple A18 Pro. ...

Fawad Murtaza, 05 Dec 2024 11:52

The Motorola Razr+ 2024 is available in four colors including Spring Green. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Razr 50 Ultra to get a color refresh based on Pantone's 2025 color of the year

The Motorola Razr 50 Ultra will be getting a new color that is based on the Pantone 2025 Color of The Year. The new variant will be unveiled in China but it is not known if it will be available in other regions.

Habeeb Onawole, 04 Dec 2024 19:53

Oppo Find X8 Ultra Satellite Edition leak points to early 2025 debut

The Oppo Find X8 Ultra is an Android super-flagship smartphone with a premium OLED display driven by the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, a one-inch main camera sensor - and the option of satellite communication support, according to...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Dec 2024 19:29

The Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition may not receive a direct successor of sorts. (Image source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 may make the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition a one off

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition has been described in many quarters as the foldable that Samsung should have released globally as the Galaxy Z Fold6. Reportedly, Samsung has cancelled the next Special Edition though, pri...

Alex Alderson, 04 Dec 2024 18:54

Huawei stole a march on Samsung earlier this year with the Mate XT. (Image source: Huawei)

Samsung's first tri-fold smartphone launching much later globally than the Huawei Mate XT

According to a new report, Samsung has no plans to introduce its first-generation tri-fold smartphone next year. Nonetheless, a renowned display analyst has offered an insight into the device's global availability.

Alex Alderson, 04 Dec 2024 17:25

Nothing's upcoming smartphones may be successors to the Nothing Phone (2a) and Phone (2a) Plus. (Image source: Nothing)

New info reveals Nothing's 2025 lineup may include the Nothing Phone (3a) series and a new CMF phone

Originally thought to be the Nothing Phone (3) and Nothing Phone (3) Pro, two of the devices in Nothing's product lineup for H1 2025 are now reported to be successors to the Nothing Phone (2a) and Nothing Phone (2a) Plus with the ...

Habeeb Onawole, 04 Dec 2024 16:37

The 50W AirVOOC Magnetic Charger is now available to order in the UK. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo releases new 50W AirVOOC Magnetic Charger for Android and iPhones

Oppo has unveiled a new accessory, the 50W AirVOOC Magnetic Charger, outside China. While designed for the Find X8 and Find X8 Pro, the 50 W wireless charger can also be used to charge other devices like other Android smartphones ...

Alex Alderson, 04 Dec 2024 16:10

The Poco M7 Pro 5G should feature a 50 MP primary camera with OIS. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Poco M7 Pro 5G now official as Xiaomi sets release date

Xiaomi has now revealed plans to release the Poco M7 Pro 5G, over 16 months after the arrival of its predecessor. While Xiaomi is presenting the Poco M7 Pro 5G, it appears to be the Redmi Note 14 5G by another name.

Alex Alderson, 04 Dec 2024 15:35

Sale of the iPhone 16 models has been banned in Indonesia since late October 2024. (Image source: Apple, Pixabay, Unsplash, edited)

iPhone 16 ban in Indonesia: Apple expected to pay 10x more than previous offer to lift sales embargo

While Apple is trying to lift the iPhone 16 ban in Indonesia, the Indonesian Government now expects the company to invest 10 times more in the country than previously offered. The development comes after Apple offered to increase ...

Fawad Murtaza, 04 Dec 2024 12:14

The rumored online-exclusive colors of Galaxy S25 Ultra didn't make it to this leak (Image source: Technizo Concept)

Spare parts leak reveals four different colors of Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is around the corner, with the upcoming Unpacked event rumored for January 2025. While there was a previous leak about the colorways of the S25 Ultra, a new one gives another look at it.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Dec 2024 07:43