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A new patent from Motorola shows how the hinges of foldable smartphones could become much more useful in the future by incorporating a motor that can independently adjust the angle of the secondary display and, above all, the cameras.

A new MediaTek chipset has been spotted in Xiaomi HyperOS's firmware code. Codenamed MT6899, it's believed to be the Dimensity 8400, which is said to be a sub-flagship chipset that will be positioned below the newly announced Dimensity 9400.

The performance-focused Android smartphone brand iQOO went to its parent company's 2024 developer conference with its upcoming flagship, according to a new leak. The "13" was apparently confirmed to come with the latest display technology from BOE, rated to make the device brighter yet more power-efficient despite its advanced refresh rate and resolution.

According to recent reports, Google may have accidentally revealed Samsung's plans to equip some of its next Galaxy S25 smartphones with MediaTek Dimensity chipsets. While Google has since rowed back on its previous disclosure, low yields associated with the Exynos 2500 have called into question its suitability for the Galaxy S25 series.

MediaTek has officially announced its latest flagship SoC, the Dimensity 9400. The Dimensity 9400 is built on the Armv9.2 instruction set and features a new Cortex-X925 prime core along with 3x Cortex-X4 cores and 4x Cortex-A720 cores. The Dimensity 9400 also brings forth a new Immortalis-G925 GPU with opacity micromap support, a new NPU 890 with Agentic AI, and enhanced connectivity.

MediaTek's latest flagship SoC, the Dimensity 9400, was launched yesterday and has now been tested alongside the Apple A18 Pro to provide a solid idea of how it performs on both the CPU and GPU sides.

The 2023/24 flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor for top-end mobile devices has been thought to be succeeded by a new one called the 8 Gen 4 for some time. This is not the case, however, according to a veteran leaker. Then again, the latest alleged re-brand for the potentially class-leading SoC is not the same as the last.

MediaTek has just made the Dimensity 9400 official, and the phones featuring the new flagship SoC will launch soon in China. The Oppo Find X8 Pro will be among them, and it has just been shown to beat the iPhone 16 Pro, which comes with the Apple A18 Pro, in a gaming benchmark.

The latest Honor X60-series leak purports to show the upcoming smartphone in two colors and with an updated camera hump. The tip also predicts an "ultra-large" battery for the device, which is also believed to come with water- and drop-proofing. Its configurations have also allegedly been exposed, that of its top-end satellite messaging edition included.

Amazon has included Samsung's latest foldable in its new Prime Big Deal Day event. While the Galaxy Z Fold6 retails for a heady $1,899.99, it will be possible to pick up the handset for under $1,400 for a limited time.

The OnePlus Open remains the go-to for many foldable enthusiasts. While the device retails for $1,699.99 with 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, Amazon is now offering it at a whopping $560 off in Emerald Dusk and Voyager Black colour options.

Realme's next flagship Android smartphone is now tipped to be available on the international market. Moreover, the device is said to have a display from Samsung rather than a Chinese supplier. It is also projected to be packed with other premium hardware such as the latest chipset and fingerprint sensor from Qualcomm.

Amazon has heavily discounted the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra as part of its Prime Big Deal Day. Available for almost $900 in a new round of deals, the Galaxy S24 Ultra remains an excellent option for those looking for a flagship Android smartphone experience.

The release of new Oppo and OnePlus foldables is rumoured to be a while off. Nonetheless, a leaker has offered new insights into the Find N5, which should be re-branded in other markets as the OnePlus Open 2.

A leaker has offered a first look at the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra side-by-side. While not of the devices themselves, the image should be representative of the trio's design, as well as their slim display bezels.

Sharge touts its latest wireless power banks as the best ones for the new iPhone 16 line-up, thanks to their unique recycled carbon fiber-based style and MagSafe support. Now, even the top-end 10K version that also has up-to-15W Qi2 charging is on sale. The brand is offering these Prime Big Deals on Amazon for one day only, although they are extended for a second on Sharge's webstore.

Tecno’s new Spark 30C 5G affordable smartphone is now official in India. It comes with a 120Hz display, 48MP main camera, 5,000mAh battery, and the Dimensity 6300 processor.

The Cuktech 20 is enjoying a hefty Amazon Prime Big Deal Days discount. While this sale lasts, the 25,000 mAh power bank with 140W fast charging support will be available at $79.99, its all-time low price.

OPPO has announced that it will launch a Plus version of the K12, an up-to-date mid-range Android smartphone with the same specs and look as the OnePlus Nord CE4. The newer model is now officially linked to a long-lasting battery and a robust build. The K12 Plus is also slated to debut with a new version of OPPO's SUPERVOOC charging technology that might also be destined for the brand's next flagships.

Through a Weibo post, Qualcomm has officially teased the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. While the teaser video didn't share any concrete details, it showed the back of a phone that's speculated to be the OnePlus 13.

Doogee has now released the V40 Pro globally. Available for $599.99 in a choice of two colours, the device is IP69K certified, has a 200 MP primary camera and a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset, among other features.

The Realme GT Neo 7 is aiming at an unbeatable price-performance ratio by offering strong specs - a large battery with 100 watt fast charging, one of the fastest smartphone processors currently available and a display with a high refresh rate - at an affordable price.

The Vivo X200 Standard Edition and OPPO Find X8 are projected to do battle for the title of best new vanilla flagship Android smartphone with the new MediaTek Dimensity 9400 processor from their potentially imminent October 2024 debuts. Now, the former is believed to go into the fight with the larger battery of the two - although the X8 could hit back in other ways.

Honor has now officially confirmed the launch of a new mid-range smartphone. While the company hopes to keep some details under wraps for now, an extensive leak has revealed specifications about the Honor X60 5G, which include a 6.8-inch display and a 5,800 mAh battery.

Infinix will vie for the title of world's slimmest Android smartphone with the next addition to its Hot series, according to a new leak. The device is also depicted as having triple rear cameras and a 120Hz AMOLED display. Then again, the "50 Pro Plus" is also said to make some compromises to achieve its relatively razor-thin profile.

The iQOO 13 is now tipped to launch with a more refined IP68-rated build than its predecessor. It is also now once again backed to have a higher-quality display than other upcoming Android flagships, even the supposedly cutting-edge OnePlus 13. However, the latest tip also denies another potentially crucial edge over the iQOO device's competition.

The compact Jelly Max is now available for regular pre-order. According to the manufacturer, this is the smallest 5G smartphone and is very much aimed at a niche market.

Huawei’s Mate 70 series, powered by the new price-hiked Kirin 9100 chip, is tipped to rival Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. While the Kirin lacks the power efficiency of Gen 3, insiders suggest it will offer a better overall experience than Gen 2.

Google may have inadvertently revealed a key component of the Samsung Galaxy S25. A blog post listing references Samsung mobile phones powered by a flagship MediaTek chip, tacitly suggesting the Galaxy S25 could be powered by a Dimensity 9400.

Samsung has now officially presented the Galaxy A16 5G as the latest model in its mid-range Galaxy A series. While the new smartphone carries over some hardware from last year's Galaxy A15 5G, it does so with the promise of 6 years of OS updates until Android 20.

Indian phone member Lava has just announced the Agni 3 smartphone with the Dimensity 7300X processor, 5000mAh battery, curved display, stylish looks and more.

The OnePlus Open is still a capable foldable smartphone despite being nearly a year old. At its discounted price of $1,299, it makes for a compelling buy for anyone who wants a book-style foldable.

Vivo is gearing up for the launch of its flagship X200 series phones, finally taking the wraps off the official photos/renders as well as detailed specs of these expensive Android-powered products. Improvements over the previous generation are plentiful including but not limited to the cameras, processor and battery life.

The OPPO Find X8 is an upcoming flagship Android smartphone tipped to rival the iPhone 16 for buyers on its debut later in October 2024. Now, it has allegedly popped up in a new leak that purports to confirm a chassis updated to resemble its alleged competitors from Apple. The new photos might also highlight how thin and compact the device is supposed to be.

The global variants of Xiaomi smartphones will reportedly no longer allow bootloader unlocking, as the company is said to be planning to shut down the program. It's worth noting that Xiaomi has already closed the program in China.

The Vivo X200 series will be launched on October 14 in China, and according to a Weibo tipster, the company will launch two new power banks alongside its next-gen flagship phones. Both are shown to have a built-in cable, and one will reportedly have support for 45W fast charging.

A OnePlus executive has confirmed the OnePlus 13 will have support for magnetic wireless charging just like the Oppo Find X8 series. It will also have some cool cases.

Xiaomi is apparently introducing a new feature into its own operating system that could improve privacy more than almost any other function, especially for travelers, and could even help to prevent certain crimes.

Vivo's upcoming X200 flagship lineup will feature a new compact variant - the X200 Pro mini. A recently uploaded video on Weibo gives us an early look at the X200 Pro mini, showcasing its massive camera bump.

Specifications of the Oppo Find X8 have leaked again, revealing new details and confirming older ones. The leak also mentions a likely launch date for the new flagship series.

Apple's A18 Pro sports major performance and efficiency advancements over its predecessor. While the improvements in synthetic tests are significant, real-life gaming performance might be a very different story.

You won't have to wait too long for Google’s Pixel 9a - which could launch in March 2025, earlier than previous models, as per new leaks. The Pixel 10 and Android 16 are also expected to launch ahead of schedule in 2025.

Realme launched the GT Neo 6 in May of this year, and according to Smart Pikachu, the company will release the GT Neo 7 soon. The Weibo tipster also reports that it will feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Version, which has been dominating the AnTuTu benchmark charts for a while now.

The Xiaomi 15 series is expected to be among the first smartphone lineups to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. If the company doesn't change anything, there will initially be two phones in the series, and the rear renders of the Pro variant have just leaked.

Vivo's X200 series, launching soon, may come with competitive pricing starting at 4,000 yuan (~$570), as per a new leak. The higher-end X200 Ultra variant will likely be priced $200 higher.

The Chinese company is gearing up to launch its high-end Find X8 phone series. To drum up the hype, Oppo has started sharing official images of the upcoming products.