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OPPO's upcoming flagship smartphones are tipped to aim to become the closest rivals to Apple's iPhones on their launch. The Find X8 series are thought to achieve this effect with their software as well as their considerably updated hardware. Now, their version of Android 15 has been previewed in more depth.

The Redmi Note 14 Pro and Pro Plus have only been official for a week on the Chinese market, yet is said to have done better in terms of sales in that time-frame compared to all other new Android smartphones in 2024 thus far. The devices pack potentially intriguing features such as 120Hz AMOLED displays, large batteries and world-first processors for prices that start as low as ~$200.

Samsung's developer conference only lasted one day, but finally provided an official first look at what Samsung smartphones and tablets can expect in a few months with the Android 15 update and the One UI 7 interface. Some of the changes could prove to be controversial.

Smartphones with Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 and Dimensity 9400 are on the horizon, with many companies confirming new flagship phone launches within this month. Vivo is one of them, and the company's product manager says that these two SoCs will deliver the biggest generational performance leap.

Numerous Samsung smartphones are currently affected by a major software error that is rendering them unusable. There are ways to prevent the error from occurring and also ways to fix it.

The Xiaomi 15 series is almost upon us. While it is unclear what Xiaomi has in store for its first Snapdragon 8 Gen 4-powered release, the alleged design of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has now appeared online, as have reported camera upgrades compared to this year's Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

The first One UI 7 beta was scheduled to launch back in August, but Samsung pulled out at the last second. At the Samsung developer conference, the company officially announced for the first time when the updated OneUI version based on Android 15 is expected to roll out.

Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 14 series in China on September 26. Although the company hasn't formally launched the lineup outside China, it is now possible to import it unofficially.

The OPPO Find X8 and X8 Pro are upcoming flagship Android smartphones now tipped to have global versions cleared for launch, with the model numbers to match. They are also now officially slated to launch with advanced ingress-protection ratings and considerably refined builds, even the base model X8.

Oura has officially launched the Ring 4, which has a sleeker design, offers more sizes, and, most importantly, has updated sensors. With the new sensors, the smart ring aims to deliver the "most accurate" reading of biometrics, including heart rate.

The Xiaomi 15 series will be among the first lineups to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. A new report from a reputed tipster suggests it could launch on October 20 in China. The tipster also reports that the Honor Magic 7 could debut on October 30.

More details on the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and its 4G/LTE-only variant have now reportedly leaked out. Both devices are said to have much in common with their A15 forebears - except for the enlarged displays and possibly unprecedented degree of official ingress protection, of course. However, the newer devices might forfeit a long-standing Galaxy A-series feature to get there.

The Oppo Find X8 is expected to launch later this month, right after MediaTek debuts the Dimensity 9400. Ahead of official announcements, a real-life image of the upcoming flagship leaked, showing a redesigned back. Now, another leak has shown the phone in a different colorway.

AnTuTu has revealed the top 10 mid-range phones that got the highest overall average benchmark points throughout September. A notable smartphone that has secured a spot on the new list is the newly launched Redmi Note 14 Pro+.

The Google Pixel 9a will be available in a total of four colors, including a new shade called "Iris". The smartphone is said to be thinner than the Pixel 8a, but slightly larger than the Pixel 9 despite a slightly smaller display due to wider screen edges.

OnePlus is now facing a new patent dispute with InterDigital over 5G tech, leading to a halt in smartphone sales in Germany. Other OnePlus products are still available for purchase.

The Galaxy S26 series is not expected to arrive until 2026, but when it does, a rumor says the compact vanilla model might be missing from the lineup. This is said to be as a result of Samsung not being able to keep up with rival compact flagships.

Human Mobile Devices (or HMD) defines itself as the "largest maker of European smartphones" on the market - just not those with Nokia branding any more. The Android devices in question have now been removed from its webstores in the region, although feature phones of that name still remain.

Realme is projected to throw its next premium handset into the battle royale to result from the release of several next-gen flagship Android smartphones at around the same time in 2024. The GT7 Pro might enter the fray as one of the fastest-charging devices of the bunch, and may or may not come with other advantages such as improved build quality and biometrics.

Xiaomi has only just released the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G. However, attention has now turned to the prospect of the company offering the device under a different name globally. Allegedly, the POCO X7 is a candidate, which has now been spotted in Xiaomi's codebase.

The official release of the Galaxy S24 FE is approaching, and a teardown by the YouTube channel PBKreviews has provided the first look at the inner workings of the budget-friendly S24. The new Fan Edition seems to be easy to repair, and Samsung has also improved the cooling system compared to its predecessor.

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is said to be launching soon in two variants, with prices starting at €209.90. Even in this price segment, Samsung is expected to offer six years of Android updates, and leaks have already revealed the most important details about the features.

AnTuTu published its new list of top-performing flagship Android phones. This latest ranking is based on the average benchmark scores the smartphones have gained throughout September, and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Version has once again secured the topmost spot.

The ZTE Blade A75 5G is a budget smartphone with similarities to the Nubia Focus. However, there are some differences to not make it a rebadged phone.

Motorola's second 'ThinkPhone' is now official. While the ThinkPhone 25 is a reworked Edge 50 Neo, it should be more durable thanks to the inclusion of Corning Gorilla Glass 7i glass across its 120 Hz and 1220p pOLED display.

Motorola has now released the Moto G75 as a direct rival to Xiaomi's Redmi Note 14. While the Redmi Note 14 remains exclusive to China for the time being, the Moto G75 is available globally for under €300 (~$332).

The Xiaomi 14T and Xiaomi 14T Pro are marketed as performance flagships that, despite Leica branding, cut back a little on the cameras to make the attractive prices possible. An analysis by DxOMark now shows that the surcharge on the Pro model is not worth it, at least in terms of the cameras.

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra will get a global launch, which has more or less been confirmed by Xiaomi itself. Such a smartphone is likely to be aimed at users with high demands on the camera in particular.

New images showing the Pixel 9a have now emerged online. Sporting an overhauled design from the Pixel 8a, the Pixel 9a is also expected to upgrade to the new Tensor G4 chipset, among other changes from Google's current mid-range smartphone.

Samsung has finally brought its OS update commitment to its upper mid-range smartphone segment. Unfortunately, the promise only starts with the Galaxy S24 FE and does not apply to older Galaxy S FE smartphones like the Galaxy S23 FE.

The Baseus PicoGo 10,000 mAh power bank is now available for pre-order. It features a built-in USB-C cable with two additional ports and has support for 45W fast charging. The pre-sale price tag is at $39.99.

A Huawei device has been snapped in a hands-on photo months ahead of its launch, according to a new report. Its design is quite like that of the current top-end Mate 60 RS - albeit with even more rear cameras. The new leak might highlight some advantages and disadvantages of the OEM's typical 'phablet' design.

Baseus has launched a new charger that's under its PicoGo lineup. With a compact form factor, 45W fast charging, and GaN6, it's going after the Anker Nano II. However, Baseus's offering doesn't have a foldable plug, and it's priced a bit higher.

Fresh details about Samsung's long-rumoured and limited-run foldable smartphone have emerged online. Originating this time from a South Korean retailer, the new leak suggests the device could be with us towards the end of the month, but not as the Galaxy Z Fold6 Special Edition.

The OnePlus 13 is expected to be announced next month, right after Qualcomm announces its next-gen Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. Weeks before the launch, OnePlus's president, Louis Lee, offered the first official look at the front of the flagship phone.

October is shaping up to be a big month for smartphone SoCs as both the Dimensity 9400 and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 are launching shortly. However, the release of these flagship SoCs might be soured by the increase in smartphone pricing, as a prominent leaker suggests the chips cost 20% more than their predecessors.

A renowned leaker has provided a first look at a protective case for Samsung's next flagship smartphone. As previous rumours suggested, the Galaxy S25 Ultra will feature a modest redesign compared to the current Galaxy S24 Ultra, albeit while retaining key functionality like Samsung's S Pen.

CheckMag Samsung's Galaxy S24 FE and the Xiaomi 14T Pro will be going head to head in several markets. They both have flagship features and a price to match, but when it comes down to making a choice between the two phones, it is an easy decision.

Xiaomi has just made the Redmi Note 14 series official. With three phones in the lineup, this new series is expected to make a global debut soon. However, the international Note 14 Pro and 14 Pro+ may not be completely identical to their Chinese variants.

In our test, the Xiaomi Mix Flip impresses with its excellent OLED displays. But the alternative to the Galaxy Z Flip 6 still leaves some potential unfulfilled in everyday use, leaving some room for improvement for a future Mix Flip 2.

The Vivo X200 series will launch in China on October 14, but company officials have been teasing the new smartphone for quite a while now. In the latest teaser shared by the Product Manager, the standard phone is shown to feature a "micro-curved" display with "ultra-narrow" bezels.

New photo material from the Vivo X200 series has just emerged, revealing a photo taken with the new Zeiss main camera and a telephoto macro shot of the same subject. A well-known leaker explains why Vivo may have the edge over Oppo in terms of photo quality.

The Vivo X200 trio will be officially unveiled in China in just under two weeks and the Oppo Find X8 series is also expected shortly afterwards. Interested buyers outside China won't have to wait long for the new Zeiss and Hasselblad camera flagships, according to a leaker, although a global launch does not necessarily mean a parallel launch in Europe.

The Honor 200 Smart has launched in Europe, offering a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, 6.8-inch display, 50MP camera, and a large 5200mAh battery with 35W fast charging. Priced at €219.90 (~$246), it provides a solid mix of features for budget-conscious buyers.

The Oppo Find X8 will be among the first flagship phones with the Dimensity 9400. It's expected to bring many improvements over the predecessor, and today, the company has confirmed that support for 50W magnetic wireless charging will be one of them.

Alongside its new gaming tablet, Lenovo has introduced a mobile controller in the Chinese market. Called the Legion G7, this smartphone and tablet gamepad appears to be a rebrand of the GameSir G8 Galileo.

Anker has launched various protective cases and screen protectors for the iPhone 16 series, featuring drop protection, magnetic strength, and adjustable stands. Some of these products are solely to show the phone off, while some are more functional than others.