Smartphone

The HMD Thunder Pro uses an unusual, pill-shaped camera module.

HMD Thunder Pro leaks with 6,000 mAh battery and unusual design

With Thunder Pro, HMD Global is reportedly developing a brand new mid-range smartphone that offers a fresh design with a completely new camera module, as leaked product images show. The smartphone is said to offer a high-resolution OLED display and a 6,000 mAh battery.

Hannes Brecher, 21 May 2026 22:18

The HMD Vibe 2 5G comes in three color options

HMD launches new affordable 5G smartphone with 6,000 mAh battery

HMD has officially announced its latest smartphone, the Vibe 2 5G, in the Indian market. It’s powered by the Unisoc T8200 chipset paired with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. The phone features a 50 MP main camera, a 120 Hz LCD display, and a large 6,000 mAh battery that supports 18 W wired charging.

Abhinav Fating, 21 May 2026 18:34

Unofficial concept image of a Samsung rollable phone based on US patent.

Samsung’s sliding/rollable phone could have a unique camera design for slimmer profile

Samsung has registered multiple patents for rollable or sliding phones and one of them has a unique implementation for the cameras. The designs show the phone in its standard and extended shapes.

Vineet Washington, 21 May 2026 18:05

The Galaxy S27 Pro and S27 Ultra are expected to share identical, all-new primary and ultra-wide sensors.

Galaxy S27 Pro, Galaxy S27 Ultra camera specs leak: New sensors, zoom to make all the difference

A new report reveals the compact-ish Galaxy S27 Pro flagship may share two cameras with the S27 Ultra, including a removal of the 3x telephoto lens and upgrades to a new 200MP primary sensor. The zoom cameras are expected to make (almost) all the difference between the S27 Pro and S27 Ultra.

Martin Filipov, 21 May 2026 14:51

The Xiaomi 17 Max starts at around $632 in China. Pictured: a promo picture showcasing the camera setup of the phone.

Xiaomi launches new flagship phone with 200MP Leica camera and bright OLED display

The Xiaomi 17 Max has now officially launched in China. It's powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, has a bright 6.9-inch OLED display, and features a Leica 200MP camera setup on the back. The starting price in China is CNY 4,299, around $632.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 May 2026 14:14

The 11S Pro+ is expected to launch globally as the 11S Pro. Pictured: the back view of the gaming phone.

New RedMagic gaming phone flexes its performance chops with strong AnTuTu score

The RedMagic 11S Pro series has recently launched in China, and this gaming phone lineup is powered by the overclocked Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. AnTuTu reports that with its performance-focused configuration, the Pro+ can achieve one of the highest benchmark scores.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 May 2026 13:16

Extremely long battery life in our review - How a smartphone surprised us

Smaller battery, but still great runtimes - the OnePlus Nord 6's battery has been cut back compared to its Chinese model, but still impresses with a full day's runtime under load. Here's what we found out about the mid-range phone.

Florian Schmitt, 21 May 2026 12:11

Honor and Oppo is about to release a very similar accessory. Pictured: Honor's magnetic screen accessory attached to a phone.

Affordable magnetic screen debuts to give phones Xiaomi 17 Pro-style upgrade

Oppo has showcased an unusual magnetic accessory called the Bubble, and another similar product from Honor has surfaced. They can essentially give compatible phones a Xiaomi 17 Pro-style upgrade, offering a versatile secondary screen on the back.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 May 2026 19:18

OpenAI hopes to sell at least 30 million AI-powered phones.

ChatGPT-OpenAI phone specs, release date leak: 2nm MediaTek SoC, LPDDR6 RAM, UFS 5.0 storage, more

OpenAI is developing an "AI" smartphone featuring a custom MediaTek SoC, designed to replace traditional app-based interfaces with AI agents. According to the latest info, mass production is now targeted for early 2027 to capture the premium AI device market.

Martin Filipov, 20 May 2026 19:01

Breaking: Galaxy S27 Pro display size revealed - a compact Galaxy S27 Ultra without the S Pen?

Samsung's brand-new addition to the "S" flagship lineup, the Galaxy S27 Pro will feature a 6.47-inch display, says top insider. This would position it as a smaller alternative to the Galaxy S27 Ultra (without S Pen support). Despite a distant February 2027 release window, Samsung's smaller flagship will compete with Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and Google's redesigned Pixel 11 Pro.

Martin Filipov, 20 May 2026 16:46

The iQOO 15T is available in three colors.

Vivo iQOO 15T launches with 200 MP and 8,000 mAh for the equivalent of $559

With a Dimensity 9500 flagship processor, a 200 megapixel main camera and an 8,000 mAh battery, the Vivo iQOO 15T offers powerful features at prices starting at $559.

Hannes Brecher, 20 May 2026 16:06

A picture of the Trump Phone T1 alongside the box and cable.

Trump Phone T1: Here are the first IRL images of the controversial smartphone

Trump Mobile's T1 has begun shipping. First hands-on images show a gold-finished, rebranded HTC U24 Pro running Android 15 with Truth Social preloaded, 9 months after deposits were collected.

Anubhav Sharma, 20 May 2026 15:55

Pixel Glow is expected to function as a notification LED.

Update | Breaking: Pixel 11 and Pixel 11 Pro glowing LED camera design revealed before launch

(Update: Mistake pertaining to phone model shown fixed) A Google I/O 2026 teaser has revealed Pixel Glow, a new notification light strip for the Pixel 11 series. During an AI video demo at the event, Google showed a phone with a glowing camera bar, which aligns with leaked design elements of the Pixel 11 phones.

Martin Filipov, 20 May 2026 15:40

The successor to the CMF Phone 2 Pro shown here is not due to be launched on the market before August.

Affordable mid-range smartphone with 50 MP tele camera: Nothing CMF Phone 3 Pro to launch in Q3

With its striking, partially modular design, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro is already one of the most unusual mid-range smartphones on the market. Although the long-awaited CMF Phone 3 Pro is set to receive several upgrades, it will not be launched on the market for several months.

Hannes Brecher, 20 May 2026 15:37

The SuperCharge Pro 3-in-1 comes with two cables: one integrated and one detachable. Pictured: a promo render of the power bank.

Affordable Baseus 3-in-1 power bank launches with long integrated USB-C cable

Baseus has introduced the SuperCharge Pro 3-in-1 power bank in China. Also known as the PicGo AT31, it's a versatile 10,000mAh portable charger that features a long, retractable USB-C cable, a built-in wall plug, and 67W fast charging support. The launch price is quite affordable, which is CNY 345, around $51.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 May 2026 15:13

Nothing Phone (4a): Even more personalized with the Nothing Playground

Nothing Playground lets the Nothing community customize their smartphones even further by allowing them to import widgets, Glyph features, camera presets, and more from other users or create their own.

Daniel Schmidt, 20 May 2026 15:00

Caviar accepts reservations for the Apple iPhone 18 Pro months before its launch.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro receives four limited editions months before launch

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is not expected to be officially unveiled until September. Months before the launch of the smartphone, the flagship can be reserved in four limited editions, which look stylish and use high-quality materials, but are also very expensive.

Hannes Brecher, 20 May 2026 14:37

The new camera app from VWFNDR promises pristine photos.

Free camera app brings 16-bit RAW and modular UI to Android smartphones

The brand new VWFNDR + MBL camera app for Android smartphones promises unaltered 16-bit RAW photos, embedded content credentials for authenticity verification and a user interface that can be personalized and adapted to your own requirements.

Hannes Brecher, 20 May 2026 14:05

Xiaomi 17 Max managed to outlast not one, but two Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max phones.

New Xiaomi 17 Max outlasts two iPhone 17 Pro Max units in video battery drain test, thanks to huge 8,000 mAh cell

Xiaomi 17 Max has defeated two iPhone 17 Pro Max units back-to-back in a video battery drain test, delivering over 33 hours of continuous playback thanks to its massive 8,000 mAh battery. Conducted in a controlled environment, the battery test suggests the Xiaomi 17 Max might be one of the longest-lasting phones of 2026.

Martin Filipov, 20 May 2026 13:23

The Trump T1 Phone will finally start shipping soon, but people who pre-ordered one should be cautious

Trump Mobile website reportedly leaking customers’ personal data

YouTuber Coffeezilla has some jarring information about Trump Mobile. Its website is supposedly leaking a lot of personal data, such as names and email addresses.

Anil Ganti, 20 May 2026 08:51

New Xiaomi flagship shows strong early benchmark scores, edges past Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Xiaomi 17 Max has appeared on Geekbench ahead of its China launch. The listing points to a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset with 16GB of RAM. The early scores place it slightly above the current Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 average.

Huzefa Baloch, 20 May 2026 05:37

The Legion Y70 (2026) is only available in China for now.

Lenovo revives its Legion gaming smartphone series with the Y70 (2026)

Lenovo has announced a new smartphone under its Legion gaming line. The new Legion Y70 (2026) has a super bright display, a high-end processor, long battery life, and useful gaming features.

Habeeb Onawole, 19 May 2026 19:30

Honor Power 3 leak points to an up to 12,000mAh battery and Dimensity 8600

A new leak suggests that Honor is preparing another battery-focused smartphone. What is assumed to be a Honor Power 3 could pair a battery as big as 12,000mAh with MediaTek’s upcoming 3 nm Dimensity 8600 chipset, potentially pushing battery capacity even further beyond current mainstream flagships.

Volodymyr Omelchenko, 19 May 2026 16:21

The RedMagic 11S Pro is set to receive a global release before the start of June.

RedMagic 11S Pro: Global release plans confirmed for new gaming phone

The RedMagic 11S Pro has just launched in China. Now, the company behind the new gaming phone has confirmed its global release plans. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Leading Version will be available internationally, as will liquid metal cooling and a 24,000 RPM fan.

Alex Alderson, 19 May 2026 14:47

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ will be available in three colors, including red.

Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ features perhaps the worst portrait mode in the industry

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, a brand new mid-range smartphone that will be available in three stylish colors, is set to hit the market soon. Motorola is showing the Edge 70 Pro+ in advance on a teaser website.

Hannes Brecher, 19 May 2026 14:43

OnePlus fixes bootloop issue that forced it to pause the latest OxygenOS rollout

OnePlus says OxygenOS bootloop issue is fixed; rollout resumes for OnePlus 15, 13 series, and Nord CE6

OnePlus has resumed the rollout of its latest OxygenOS updates after temporarily pausing them due to bootloop and abnormal restart issues affecting several devices. The new builds bring smoother animations, AI-powered translation and document tools, lock screen redesigns, and camera improvements to the OnePlus 15 and 13 series, while Nord devices mostly get stability and performance fixes.

Kristen Spradlin, 19 May 2026 12:04

The successor to the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra pictured here is set to receive a new camera module.

Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra to receive three major upgrades, launch with compact S27 Pro

With the Galaxy S27 Pro, Samsung is said to be planning a particularly compact flagship smartphone, as the latest rumors suggest. The Galaxy S27 Ultra, on the other hand, is set to receive a series of significant, and in some cases long overdue, upgrades.

Hannes Brecher, 19 May 2026 11:30

The Motorola Edge 2026 is very similar to the Edge 70.

Motorola Edge 2026 leaks with 73 mm telephoto camera and fabric back

With the Edge 2026, Motorola will apparently soon be launching a brand new mid-range smartphone on the market, which can now be seen in advance in high-resolution product images. The Motorola Edge 2026 has a telephoto camera with triple optical zoom.

Hannes Brecher, 18 May 2026 22:04

Sony Xperia 1 VIII is not as thin as advertised

The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is apparently thicker than advertised, as new measurements show. Sony may have measured the smartphone at its thinnest point, giving an unrealistic impression of its actual thickness - an approach that has also been observed with other smartphone manufacturers.

Hannes Brecher, 18 May 2026 20:17

The Xiaomi 17T Pro may use a 7,000mAh battery.

Xiaomi officially confirms new premium 17T series for global market

Xiaomi has officially confirmed the launch date for the global Xiaomi 17T series. The lineup is expected to be powered by MediaTek Dimensity chipsets, along with a Leica-tuned camera system.

Huzefa Baloch, 18 May 2026 20:08

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Wide is said to make some compromises.

Specs leak reveals Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 (Wide) upgrades

Samsung's next-generation folding flagships should be officially unveiled in two months' time. A report has now revealed many specifications of the Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Galaxy Z Fold8 Wide in advance, from the 200 MP main camera of the top model to the low weight of the smaller foldable phone.

Hannes Brecher, 18 May 2026 17:28

Unusual new Oppo Bubble phone accessory coming soon

Oppo has announced a new phone accessory: the Bubble Trendy Selfie Screen. Set to launch in China in the near future, this multifunctional gadget has a customizable round display and could attach magnetically to the phone.

Polly Allcock, 18 May 2026 15:56

The 11S Pro series is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Leading Version. Pictured: one of the color options of the 11S Pro+.

RedMagic launches new gaming phone series with overclocked flagship SoC

The RedMagic 11S Pro series is now official in China, and it essentially brings one key upgrade over the non-S lineup. RedMagic's new gaming phone line is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Leading Version, an overclocked variant of the current flagship SoC from Qualcomm. The starting price is CNY 5,499, about $807.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 18 May 2026 14:35

Nothing Phone (4a): The hidden gem in the mid-range category?

The Nothing Phone (4a) combines powerful performance, a modern design, and an exceptionally good camera with a fresh software experience, clearly setting it apart from traditional mid-range phones. We've compared it to its main competitors.

Daniel Schmidt, 18 May 2026 14:14

The Realme 16 Pro Plus is pretty, but is its storage speed also impressive?

Mid-range storage duel: Poco X8 Pro clearly beats Realme smartphone

Fast storage, or just a marketing gimmick? The manufacturer advertises the realme 16 Pro+ with "explosive data throughput" in the memory. Of course, we put such advertising slogans to the test in a practical review and compare several mid-range smartphones.

Florian Schmitt, 18 May 2026 13:07

New OnePlus phone leaks with 185Hz display, flagship chipset and large battery

A new leak outlines key specifications of an upcoming OnePlus smartphone, potentially the OnePlus Ace 7. The leak suggests it will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, a large battery, and a high refresh-rate screen.

Huzefa Baloch, 18 May 2026 11:00

Xiaomi 17 Max: Official launch date revealed for new flagship with 200MP Leica camera

Xiaomi has confirmed the launch date for the Xiaomi 17 Max in China. The smartphone will be launched alongside the Xiaomi YU7 GT, Xiaomi Band 10 Pro, and other products.

Huzefa Baloch, 18 May 2026 08:39

The Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro will be marketed as Leica telephoto masters, as official promo material suggests

Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro specs confirmed by promo material

After prices and renders for the Xiaomi 17T series have been leaked, official promo material now shows how Xiaomi plans to market its global Leica camera flagships with a lower starting price than the Xiaomi 17. The planned bundle deals are also effectively confirmed.

Alexander Fagot, 17 May 2026 15:50

This budget Android smartphone defies the DRAM crisis

Realme's affordable mid-range smartphone achieves excellent battery life in our review and offers a generous storage configuration despite the 2026 DRAM crisis. This gives the Realme 16 Pro enough headroom for apps and games, though the SoC hurts the user experience in everyday use.

Marcus Herbrich, 17 May 2026 19:20

Vivo X300 Ultra: Vivo finally adopts the modern standard for its flagship smartphone

The Vivo X300 Ultra not only impresses with its camera package and powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, but also with its decent accessories. In our review, we also take a look at what accessories are included with the high-end Android smartphone.

Marcus Herbrich, 17 May 2026 00:07

Xiaomi's now-canceled ultra-thin smartphone would have challenged the Galaxy S25 Edge (pictured).

Specs of canceled 'Xiaomi Air' ultra-thin smartphone reveals flagship chip, 200MP camera, and more

Xiaomi's CEO has revealed it was developing its own ultra-thin smartphone, but had to cancel it due to trade-offs caused by the design. Now, a leak has revealed some key specs of the canceled smartphone.

Habeeb Onawole, 16 May 2026 23:41

Could Vivo X300 Ultra emerge as 2026's top videography phone?

In our review, the Vivo X300 Ultra stands out with its camera hardware and excellent photo quality. For this review summary, we’ll take a closer look at its video capture performance, including how it stacks up against Samsung’s flagship from the previous year.

Marcus Herbrich, 16 May 2026 09:06

At least one version of the iQOO 15T has a strikingly designed back.

Vivo iQOO 15T launches in a few days with 200 MP camera and 8,000 mAh battery

With the iQOO 15T, Vivo is launching a brand new smartphone that should offer flagship features at a comparatively low price. The latest teasers confirm further specs, led by a 200 megapixel main camera.

Hannes Brecher, 15 May 2026 19:56

One of the memes. Sony has clarified that the AI suggests "creative looks" rather than automatic edits.

AI camera blunder turns new Xperia 1 VIII into a meme: Sony roasted in viral social media trend

Sony faces social media backlash and mockery over the Xperia 1 VIII’s AI Camera Assistant. Users on X are roasting the company by sharing overexposed "before and after" memes after the Japanese giant posted promotional images that appeared lower in quality than the originals. Sony has since clarified that the AI suggests "creative looks" rather than automatic edits.

Martin Filipov, 15 May 2026 17:37

Honor confirmed a Q3 2026 release window for gimbal-camera Robot Phone.

State-of-the-art gimbal camera-phone launching with 200MP sensor, AI tracking; to rival iPhone 18 Pro, Osmo Pocket 4

Honor confirmed a Q3 2026 release window for its innovative Robot Phone, following a hands-on preview at the Cannes Film Festival. The device features a built-in 3-axis motorized gimbal and Arri Image Science. Aimed at mobile filmmakers, the flagship might launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pixel 11 series, while offering a hardware-stabilized alternative to the DJI Osmo Pocket 4.

Martin Filipov, 15 May 2026 16:56