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The successor of Xiaomi HyperOS, the company's new Android skin, is expected to bring Android 15 to compatible phones. As for when HyperOS 2.0 will be available, a leaked image on Coolapk, a popular Chinese social media, suggests October 10.

Realme has expanded the Realme 13 family with two new 5G models. The Realme 13 5G and Realme 13+ 5G have been announced in India with MediaTek chips, water and dust resistance, and fast charging technology.

Honor will introduce the Magic V3 smartphone to global customers at an upcoming IFA 2024 event as the world's first phone with AI Defocus technology to help prevent nearsightedness. Myopia is a growing health problem that affects up to 80% of children worldwide. AI Defocus selectively blurs the screen image to help reduce myopia progression due to long hours of phone use.

Industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has revealed some new information about Apple's top-spec iPhone 17 Pro Max. It will be the only one of its lot to offer 12 GB of RAM and a superior cooling mechanism.

Oppo's Find X8 series will get an extra button that will not only serve as a camera shutter but can also be used while playing shooter games. However, unlike the Sony Xperia 1 VI which also has a camera shutter button, the button on the Find X8 series will be capacitive and not a physical one.

Samsung is rumoured to be updating the design of its 'Ultra' smartphone in various areas, not just width and display size. Reportedly, the adoption of a 6.86-inch display could be joined by a much thinner and lighter body that undercuts competitors like the forthcoming Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the recent Google Pixel 9 Pro XL.

The Google Pixel 9 series supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode, which allows the USB-C port to offer video output. With the latest update, the new Android phones also get a desktop mode, similar to the Samsung DeX on the Galaxy smartphones. ETA Prime has tested it, and it's not as refined as Samsung's offering.

A growing number of Pixel 9 Pro XL users are reporting a camera problem on Reddit that causes video recordings to flip at certain zoom levels and lens changes.

In an intriguing twist, it seems that OnePlus intends to debut not one but two smartphones with the same cutting-edge Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor by the end of 2024. One might be exclusive to the Chinese market, however, and launch as a very immediate successor to the brand's current flagship killer.

Based on recent rumours, the Redmi Note 14 series could be right around the corner. However, a new leak has contradicted previous assumptions about the Redmi Note 14, Redmi Note 14 Pro and Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus.

Sharge has now announced pricing and availability for its new Disk Plus, touted to debut as the "world's thinnest" external SSD. It is rated for up to 10 gigabit per second (Gb/s) data transfers and for pass-through USB-C charging. The Disk Plus is compatible with multiple types of M.2 SSDs of up to 4TB in capacity.

The Phantom Ultimate 2 concept is only 1.1 cm thick and Tecno managed to also reduce the battery cover profile to just 0.25 mm. It integrates an advanced dual-hinge design that, when fully unfolded, reveals a 10-inch LTPO OLED display with 1620 x 2880 4:3 resolution

Vivo has officially announced the Y300 Pro, a new mid-range Android phone with a back design resembling the top-end X100 Ultra. It will be fully unveiled on September 5 in China, but the company's vice president has already shared some key features of the smartphone.

The Galaxy A35 5G is a pretty nice budget smartphone with a premium build and software support that rivals the competition. Now, it is even easier to recommend with Amazon offering $100 off its regular price, albeit for a limited time.

The HMD Barbie starts as a flip phone with an eye-catching pink design that can be personalized with stickers and interchangeable back covers. The design highlight is a mirror with an integrated second display. The cell phone does not have social networks or a web browser.

After debuting the Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro at the start of the year, Xiaomi looks set to launch its next generation of tablet devices shortly. The Xiaomi Pad 7 series is coming, it seems, and a new leak has now revealed some features of the duo.

The Vivo T3 Pro 5G is a mid-range smartphone with a strong list of features for the equivalent of around $300. It is led by a 4,500 nits bright AMOLED display and a 5,500 mAh battery, which can be charged via USB-C with up to 80 watts.

OnePlus has opened pre-orders for the Apex Edition (also known as the Collector's Edition) of the Open in Europe. This new version of the first-gen foldable Android smartphone comes with a new colorway and 1TB of internal storage. It commands a sky-high price even compared to the standard edition - albeit with limited-time free gifts and offers.

The new Pixel 9 Pro XL seems to be giving some users issues with wireless charging. Posting on sites like Reddit and Google's forums, a variety of Pixel 9 Pro XL buyers have complained that the new phone experiences intermittent issues with wireless charging via different chargers, including Google's in-house wireless charger.

The update to Android 15 for eligible Pixel phones, including the recently announced Pixel 9 series, is not coming anytime soon. However, the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) release is scheduled for next week.

A new leak sheds light on Apple's upcoming A18 and A18 Pro SoCs for the upcoming iPhone 16 lineup. Both will use an identical CPU, but the Pro model is tipped to arrive with a slightly more potent GPU.

OmniVision's OV50M40 is a new 50-megapixel CMOS image sensor featuring 0.61-micron pixel technology and PureCel Plus-S, which improves low-light performance and power efficiency. Ideal for multiple smartphone camera modules, it supports HDR, dual analog gain, and always-on functionality.

Xiaomi is reportedly working on a buttonless phone codenamed Zhuque that will launch in 2025. It is said to feature a flagship SoC and have an under-display selfie camera, much like the recently launched RedMagic 9S Pro.

As a test on the YouTube channel TechDroider showed, the temperature management of the new Google flagships works very well. In terms of battery life, however, they cannot keep up with the competition from Samsung and Apple.

Samsung's top-spec Galaxy S24 FE model could get a surprise memory upgrade. An X leaker says it could launch with up to 12 GB of RAM.

The Find X8 Ultra is now thought to become the first OPPO flagship smartphone to launch compatible with the OEM's upcoming range of magnetic accessories. Some might be intended to aid its gaming performance, whereas others might be designed to enhance the X8 Ultra's allegedly advanced, Hasselblad-branded rear camera performance. Then again, their most obvious use-case might be left out.

Google has only just released the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Nonetheless, the first footage showing the Pixel 9a has now emerged online. Not only does the new leak contradict previous expectations about the state of the Pixel A series, but it also reveals that a full redesign could be on the cards.

Some news from a proven leaker from China is spreading like wildfire. In a Xiaomi 15 Ultra test device, major changes to the camera module of the next flagship Leica camera not only suggest a larger telephoto with a 200 MP sensor, but also new features for the main camera.

According to new reports, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra could find itself with a comparatively short shelf life. Not only do leakers now expect the Xiaomi 15 Ultra to debut much sooner, but they have also offered details about its rumoured 200 MP camera sensor.

Xiaomi has launched a new 100W GaN charger in China. With support for multiple standards, this fast-charging power adapter can charge laptops, smartphones, and other devices. It launched at CNY 199, which is around $28.

Sharge has announced that the Shargeek 140's second colorway is now available on the international market. It has the same 20,000mAh rated capacity and up-to-100W USB-C port as before, but is the only version of the accessory to be finished in white. Its internals and inbuilt Smart Display are also still visible through a clear window.

Google Pixel 9 series comes with a new feature that the company didn’t mention during the launch. It’s Adaptive Touch, and as spotted by Android Authority, the feature makes it easier to use the touchscreen when your fingers are wet.

The Honor Magic V3 is widely touted to launch as one of the thinnest foldable smartphones of the year later in 2024. However, that does not mean it is not durable - according to some new YouTube clips, that is. They consist of highly creative teasers that allegedly showcase the robust potential of the Magic V3's new Super Steel construction in advance.

Samsung is thought to grace the Android smartphone world with a Fan Edition for the Galaxy S24 series before too long. Now, the potential flagship-killer's existence has been hinted at again prior to this event. Its latest leak purports to confirm details such as its model number and 5G connectivity in advance.

With its updated, vegan leather-rich build, Motorola touts the new Moto G Stylus 5G as a stylish yet affordable alternative to the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra. Can the 2024 Android smartphone's successor build on its upgraded design? According to a new leak, the answer is...maybe not.

OPPO is tipped to unleash the upcoming Find X8 series of premium smartphones on the global market with the most up-to-date version of Android possible. ColorOS 15 is said to come with a major overhaul in terms of user interface (UI). These new features are now available to some owners of the OEM's current flagships in the form of its first beta.

Genshin Impact is one of the demanding games that landed on phones, making it a great tool to benchmark the gaming performance of smartphones. As for the Tensor G4 that launched with the new Google Pixel 9 series, it seems the game isn't optimized for the SoC yet.

Google has just started shipping the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL. Unlike in previous years, Google's latest flagships have shipped with the same version of Android as their predecessors. However, it is already possible to update the trio to Android 15.

According to new rumours, Xiaomi could be a mere few days away from expanding its Redmi series with a new budget smartphone packing a 5G chipset. The Xiaomi Redmi 14C will also sport a large display, a 50 MP camera, a large battery, and a striking design.

With the ThinkPhone by Motorola months away from its second anniversary, Lenovo seems to be planning a follow-up. However, available details reveal the successor will not be powered by a flagship chipset like the original.

UK and European pricing for the Honor Magic V3 has leaked online, as have launch colours and the device's sole memory configuration. While Honor's latest foldable is rumoured to start for about as much as the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6, it is also said to be launching with twice as much storage.

The Meizu Pandear 67W fast-charging brick has made its official debut in China. This new GaN power adapter features a two-port design, has a travel-friendly form factor, and costs CNY 139, about $19.46.

The successor to the Moto G54 has now leaked online through various sources. Supposedly launching as the Motorola Moto G55, the handset is slated to feature numerous hardware upgrades over last year's model.

The HMD Skyline gets a new color option that brings the total available to three, but it is only available in select regions and a single configuration. There's also an official case with built-in magnets in colors that match the phone.

While Samsung has yet to share details of the upcoming One UI 7 beta, the update with Android 15 was expected to land this month. However, per the latest report from Sammobile, it seems that the update has been postponed to September.

The Find X8 is thought to launch as a member of OPPO's next-gen Android flagship smartphone series later in 2024. In the meantime, it has allegedly appeared in its first ever in-the-wild leak. Should that be the case, the handset has picked up a couple of potentially substantial new design cue while possibly retaining others from its X7-series predecessor.

The Sharge Storm2 Slim, also known as the Shargeek 130, is officially being discontinued. The quintessential transparent 20,000mAh power bank is going out with a bang, however, with a final sale cutting its price to a "historical" low. It comes with up-to-100W USB-C port still powerful enough to charge most ultrabooks at extra-fast speeds.