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The Trump T1 Phone has been available to pre-order for almost a year. Anyone who paid the deposit of 100 US dollars was supposed to receive the smartphone last September. Now Trump Mobile is suggesting that the smartphone does not even exist and will never be delivered to customers.

The privacy- and freedom-respecting mobile OS by UBports is back with a maintenance release for the 24.04-1.x series. Version 24.04.1.3 focuses on fixes and small improvements, touching areas such as desktop apps, docks, and shutdown hanging problems, as well as general bug fixes and security updates.

HMD has officially confirmed the launch date for its Vibe 2 5G smartphone. The company is launching the budget-range smartphone on 21st May in India. The device will come in three color options, namely, cosmic lavender, nordic blue, and peach pink.

Sony has stepped up its teaser campaign for its forthcoming Xperia Product Announcement. Anticipated to be the Xperia 1 VIII, the new teaser suggests that the smartphone will be bringing massive camera improvements when it lands in May.

For its upcoming Magic9 Pro, Honor is apparently preparing a pretty substantial overhaul of its camera-focused flagship series. Besides a significantly upgraded camera system, the Magic9 Pro is expected to bring improvements in several other areas, including its display, battery, chipset and face recognition.

The iPhone 17 has arguably one of the best front-facing cameras available right now. However, a leaker recently hinted that a similar square image sensor may be coming to future Android flagships from companies such as Oppo. This camera is also rumored to offer a significantly higher resolution.

The Xiaomi UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank 10,000mAh is now official in China. It's a follow-up to the 5,000mAh model launched in early 2026. This higher capacity variant also sees an upgrade in charging speed, and it's currently available for CNY 349, around $51.

With a 200 MP primary sensor, a 3.5x tele lens, and a 12 MP ultrawide + macro shooter, the Honor 600 Pro has the best camera setup in its price segment. The smartphone not only outdoes midrange competitors but also rivals flagships from Samsung and Google with a premium build and a versatile camera setup.

CheckMag As the May 13 launch approaches, official Sony teasers for the Xperia 1 VIII hint at a "full circle" design with illuminated camera modules. But is the glowing camera design a real rival to the Nothing Phone, or simply a marketing campaign?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is currently one of the best camera phones on the market. We took this flagship phone out for a spin in China and snapped plenty of photos. Does it have any weaknesses after all?

Vivo's next-generation flagship series has made its first appearance in a global device registry. The X500 lineup may include a new Vivo X500e model in addition to the standard and Pro models.

In his latest video, Jon Prosser has showcased what he believes is the final design for the iPhone 18 Pro. The leaker reiterates past leaks, suggesting that most of what we’ve heard about the new Pro models is accurate.

Sony has finally confirmed the date of its next Xperia New Product Announcement. Rumoured to be the Xperia 1 VIII, the new flagship is expected to depart from the designs of older Xperia 1 smartphones while featuring Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.

The RedMagic 11S Pro is now confirmed by the company, and this new gaming phone will feature an overclocked version of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. It's expected to retain the same cooling setup as the non-S smartphone.

OnePlus has launched the Nord CE6 Lite in India, a budget-friendly addition to its Nord lineup. The device packs a large battery, a 144Hz display, and a 5G-capable chipset. Pricing starts at INR 20,999 (~$222).

After leaked Amazon listing, fresh marketing images have revealed the redesigned Sony Xperia 1 VIII in all colors. Set for a potential May 20th launch, the 2026 model faces controversy over a rumored price hike and the removal of the continuous optical zoom.

A new leak has suggested that Samsung will equip the Galaxy S26 FE with an Exynos chip. It is unclear exactly which chip it will be, but it’s likely going to be the Exynos 2500.

iQoo has officially confirmed the iQoo Pad 6 Pro, iQoo 15T, and iQoo TWS 5i earbuds for the Chinese market. The company has shared a few glimpses of the devices ahead of launch.

A leaked video reveals "Gemini Intelligence" running on a Google Pixel phone, suggesting a branding shift for Google's AI. As Google prepares for I/O 2026, this new branding reminds us of Apple Intelligence, despite Cupertino's recent $250 million settlement over delayed AI features. But the more important question is: Will Android 17 adopt Apple's Liquid Glass UI design?

iQoo has officially launched the iQoo Z11 and the iQoo Z11x smartphones on the global market. With a massive 9,020 mAh battery capacity, a 144 Hz AMOLED screen, a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset, and a 50 MP main camera, the brand-new iQoo Z11 offers an interesting set of features for a mid-range smartphone.

Xiaomi has revealed that it plans to release a new smartphone globally. Currently sold in India, the Redmi A7 4G will be available internationally in more colours than in India. Hardware like a 120 Hz display and a 5,200 mAh battery returns, though.

Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 5, its new 4nm chipsets designed for mid-range and budget smartphones. The Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 introduces Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0 but surprisingly downgrades to USB 2.0. Meanwhile, the Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 brings a 77% GPU boost and 4K video recording to the entry-level segment, but loses LPDDR5 support. Controversial?

DJI has finally launched the Osmo FrameTap globally. Available with the new Osmo Mobile 8P, the Osmo FrameTap adds remote control capabilities to DJI's smartphone camera stabiliser while doubling as a small viewfinder. The Osmo Mobile 8P serves as a debut for DJI's new Multifunction Module 2, too.

With a giant 8,500 mAh battery, a programmable X button and a 4,000 nits bright OLED display, the brand new Huawei Nova 15 Max offers interesting features for a mid-range smartphone.

The brand new OnePlus Nord CE6 is said to achieve a battery life of up to 2.5 days thanks to a gigantic 8,000 mAh battery. With a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, a 144 Hz AMOLED display and a waterproof casing starting at the equivalent of $318, the device should offer great value for money.

The OnePlus 15T is the epitome of the extreme leap in quality of Chinese smartphones regarding battery and camera software in recent years. However, our review has revealed a significant compromise resulting from the compact housing, which was not immediately obvious.

Google has started rolling out a new update for Pixel smartphones. However, while the update brings various fixes and improvements, it fails to fix a major issue that users have been facing since the March update.

A new leak has revealed key details about the OnePlus 16 well ahead of its launch. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro flagship is expected to feature a 200MP zoom camera, a large battery, and a BOE display.

Oppo has secured multiple regulatory certifications for the Reno 16 Pro, hinting at a global release. The device was previously tipped with a 6.32-inch display and a 200MP main camera.

iQoo is expected to expand its flagship smartphone lineup with the iQoo 15T. It is expected to debut sometime in May in China. Ahead of an official announcement, a leaked image has revealed the design language of the iQoo 15T.

Honor has officially launched the Honor 600 series smartphones in the UK market, alongside the all-new Honor 600 Pro Molly Limited Edition. The Honor 600 series features a flagship-level 200 MP main camera, a 6,400 mAh battery, and a compact 6.57-inch AMOLED screen with 8,000 nits of peak brightness.

From the Samsung Galaxy A07 to the Galaxy S25 Ultra, from the Galaxy Z Fold5 to the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra - Samsung is starting the rollout of One UI 8.5, bringing numerous new features to over 40 smartphone and tablet models.

Motorola has just released a trio of premium foldable smartphones. While Samsung is expected to reply this summer with at least three foldables of its own, a prominent leaker has elaborated on Xiaomi's apparent plans for the nascent Mix Flip series.

Fresh Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leaks suggest a return to 10x optical zoom - a hardware-driven move that challenges current sensor-crop trends. Following the global release of the Oppo Find X9 Ultra and its dedicated 50MP 10x periscope, Huawei appears ready to reclaim the ultra-telephoto crown it first established with the P40 Pro+.

Google is hosting "The Android Show I/O Edition" on May 12. The company revealed a short teaser announcement depicting the Android mascot "The Bot" switching on a light bulb. The resulting aesthetic change has sparked concerns among fans that Google may be following Apple's Liquid Glass design language.

So far, Nitecore power banks are not furnished with the CCC mark, which is important for travel in China, especially when flying. Despite being a Chinese brand, Nitecore still had to wait some time for the certification. However, consumers can expect to see the mark soon on Nitecore products.

A leak has revealed details of a new Xiaomi smartphone featuring a large 7-inch display. No exact device name has been mentioned yet, though it could be the Redmi K100 Pro Max. The leak outlines a few specifications and a potential launch window.

The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is said to get rid of one of the most unique features of the Xperia 1 VII - the telephoto camera with true optical zoom. Thanks to a drastic sensor upgrade, this is (almost) always an upgrade for users, but this change in strategy is a loss for the smartphone market.

The Sony Xperia 1 VIII has now surfaced on a popular benchmarking website. Featuring Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, the new Xperia flagship is once again saddled with 12 GB of RAM unlike many of its peers.

Vivo has announced that a new camera-heavy update is headed the way of two new Vivo X series smartphones. Available on the Vivo X300 Ultra and the Vivo X300s, the new update aims to improve the camera experience in multiple areas, including adding Log video support to the Vivo X300 Ultra.

A massive leak on Amazon UK and Germany has revealed the Sony Xperia 1 VIII ahead of schedule. The listings detail a June 26 release date, new colors, 6.5-inch 120Hz OLED display, a new telephoto lens, and a launch bundle. With prices starting at £1,728, Sony's next flagship faces scrutiny over a significant price hike compared to the Xperia 1 VII.

Xiaomi will disrupt the flagship market with the Xiaomi 18 Ultra next December, and the camera monster might be featuring the new in-house Xring O3 chipset. Codenamed "Lhasa," this SoC features a redesigned three-tier CPU architecture with clock speeds exceeding 4GHz and a 25% GPU performance boost. Xiaomi's custom silicon aims to compete with Apple and Qualcomm's flagships chips.

In addition to GPS and other technologies, there are other ways to track location: it’s not just about determining the smartphone’s location, but also about how it can detect other objects in the space. Yet this is precisely where Samsung has cut corners on its most affordable flagship model.

A new leak has outlined key information regarding OpenAI's first smartphone. It is tipped to be powered by a custom version of MediaTek's next-generation chipset, with mass production expected as early as the first half of 2027.

Smartphones without a notch or punch-hole that still offer secure 3D facial recognition - this is exactly what Metalenz Polar ID is designed to make possible, and at an affordable price. The manufacturer is demonstrating the technology publicly for the first time.

Renders of the Xiaomi 17T and 17T Pro have surfaced online, offering the first look at both Leica-tuned camera phones in various color options. The two share a near-identical design but reportedly differ in build.

Lenovo has now officially confirmed the key features of its upcoming Legion Y70 gaming smartphone. The device is set to be launched in China on May 19 and will feature a 2K resolution display, a massive 8,000 mAh battery, and a large 5,500 mm² vapor chamber.

A massive Google Pixel 11 series leak has emerged, and it comes from notable leaker Mystic Leaks. It points to the Pro phones coming with improved cameras, brighter displays, and Nothing Glyph-like RGB LEDs. There is some bad news about the SoC and battery capacities as well.