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It looks like Xiaomi is preparing to release a special edition version of the Poco F7, too. (Image source via Abhishek Yadav)

Xiaomi Poco F7 pictured before release in possible special edition livery

Xiaomi seems to be preparing a new special edition smartphone to join the Poco F7 by the end of the month. Bearing all the hallmarks of the rumoured Redmi Turbo 4 Pro re-brand, the so-called Poco F7 Special Edition appears to have...

Alex Alderson, 07 Jun 2025 22:52

Vivo X300 Pro Mini specs leak points to massive battery and flagship experience despite "small" 6.3-inch display

A new set of specifications has leaked for the Vivo X300 Pro Mini, suggesting that the upcoming "compact" flagship Android phone will have a high-end MediaTek Dimensity 9500 SoC, a 7,500 mAh battery, and a few choice quality-of-li...

Julian van der Merwe, 07 Jun 2025 19:30

An official Pura 80 screen preview. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Pura 80 Ultra tipped to launch with improved tandem OLED display

The Huawei Pura 80 Ultra is an upcoming smartphone now tipped to have a display of the cutting-edge tandem OLED variety - one even better than that of its highest-end predecessor the Mate 70 RS Ultimate Design, if the latest rumor...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jun 2025 18:35

iQoo Z10 Lite 5G backed to pack 6,000mAh battery for less than $120 on launch

The Z10 Lite is now poised to launch with an updated, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge-like dual rear camera hump. It is unlikely to be quite as thin, though, thanks to its considerably upgraded battery. iQoo backs it to bring the on-trend...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jun 2025 17:58

So far, Samsung has only shared a silhouette of a future Galaxy foldable. (Image source: Samsung - edited)

Samsung teases Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 in early store listing

Samsung is not expected to officially reveal any new smartphones until the summer. As it turns out, the company has been hiding the names of two forthcoming foldables in plain sight.

Alex Alderson, 07 Jun 2025 13:45

Samsung's first tri-folding smartphone will charge much slower than the Huawei Mate XT, pictured. (Image source: Huawei)

First Samsung tri-folding smartphone reveals itself with much slower charging than Huawei Mate XT

It seems that Samsung's long-rumoured tri-fold smartphone is real after all. Now certified for sale in China by the 3C, the so-called Galaxy G Fold has been identified as the SM-F968 with a measly 25 W wired charging at its dispos...

Alex Alderson, 07 Jun 2025 13:36

We pit the cheaper Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 against the XCover 7 Pro. (Image source: Florian Schmitt/Notebookcheck)

Samsung outdoor smartphones compared: What distinguishes the XCover 7 from the XCover 7 Pro?

The price difference between Samsung's XCover 7 and XCover 7 Pro outdoor phones is several hundred dollars. But what exactly are the differences between the two models? The following list gives answers.

Florian Schmitt, 07 Jun 2025 11:58

Teaser videos for the Huawei Pura 80 series hark back to the history of Huawei's flagship cameras and promise the best zoom quality. (Image source: Huawei)

Pura 80 Ultra with zoom camera innovation: Huawei teaser videos reminiscent of old classics such as the P30 Pro

Who didn't want a Huawei P30 Pro in 2019? One of the first flagship cameras with a Leica camera, impressive night mode and periscope telephoto that set the bar right before US sanctions brought the Chinese company's international ...

Alexander Fagot, 07 Jun 2025 09:11

The Y300c is a new 6.77-inch Android smartphone (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo Y300c: Budget smartphone launches with 12GB RAM, 120Hz AMOLED screen and 6,500mAh battery

The Vivo Y300c is a new smartphone that carries a quite affordable official price tag and is available in different colors. The phone is also equipped with a 5G chipset from MediaTek and a large battery than can be charged with up...

Silvio Werner, 06 Jun 2025 21:39

Vivo's next foldable will be available in at least one striking colour option. (Image source: Han Bo Xiao)

Vivo X Fold5 to surpass Oppo Find N5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 with industry-leading dust and water resistance

Vivo has outlined a crucial upgrade that is planned for this year's X Fold foldable. While the X Fold3 Pro delivered IPX8 water resistance, the Vivo X Fold5 will step up to IP59+ with better dust and water resistance than the Oppo...

Alex Alderson, 06 Jun 2025 20:38

The Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro will be a more premium model than the Pad 7 Pro pictured here. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro leak provides strong hint on chipset to power the high-end tablet

A new leak has now provided a strong hint as to what chipset will power Xiaomi's next high-end tablet. This tablet, the Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro, could be set to launch later this month and looks set to do that with flagship-grade silico...

Ricci Rox, 06 Jun 2025 18:25

The Poco F7 will launch this month according to Xiaomi's official announcement (Image source: Flipkart)

Xiaomi Poco F7: Official teaser seemingly confirms upcoming launch

Official teasers suggest that the Poco F7 will be launched this month. The new Xiaomi smartphone will be positioned below the Poco F7 Pro and F7 Ultra, and is expected to feature the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor.

Marcus Schwarten, 06 Jun 2025 18:00

An iPhone being used as a webcam for the Switch 2. (Image source: Will It Work? on YouTube)

Smartphones can be used as a camera for Switch 2, potentially eliminating need for the $55 accessory

Thanks to the standard webcam compatibility of the Switch 2, a smartphone can be used as a webcam for GameChat. Players can at least save some money by not having to get the $55 camera accessory.

Vineet Washington, 06 Jun 2025 17:11

The Huawei Mate XT. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei's next-gen tri-fold phone tipped to launch later this year with two key upgrades

A new leak reveals fresh details about the Mate XT’s successor. It is tipped to launch later in 2025 with major upgrades in two key areas.

Huzefa Baloch, 06 Jun 2025 14:07

The Fairphone 6 is said to feature a more modern design with thinner bezels. (Image source: WinFuture, edited)

Leak: Fairphone 6 launching soon with modernized, modular design for €549

The Fairphone 6 is scheduled to launch this month. A detailed leak has revealed the modernized design of the sustainable, easily repairable smartphone, along with initial information about its features.

Hannes Brecher, 05 Jun 2025 20:21

An exploded view of the S25 Edge. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge drop test exposes weak points of new ultra-slim smartphone

The Galaxy S25 Edge looks like the most fragile Samsung Android smartphone for generations, at about 30% thinner than the S25 Ultra. However, it is touted as more than robust enough, thanks to its titanium frame and the latest Gor...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jun 2025 19:22

In striking red: Huawei showcases the camera module of the Pura 80 Pro+ ahead of launch. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Pura 80 Pro+ showcased with massive camera in first official promo image

The Pura 80 series is set to debut next week with exciting upgrades in the camera department. A newly surface high-resolution render offers a sneak peek at the striking red design and camera module of the Pura 80 Pro+, which is re...

Alexander Fagot, 05 Jun 2025 16:02

The RedMagic 10S Pro comes in matte black, silver transparent, and black transparent colorways (Image source: RedMagic)

RedMagic 10S Pro debuts globally with overclocked Snapdragon 8 Elite and big 7,050 mAh battery

RedMagic has finally unveiled its latest gaming beast, the 10S Pro, in the global markets. RedMagic’s gaming-focused 10S Pro smartphone is equipped with the overclocked Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version, a new chipset for game gr...

Abhinav Fating, 05 Jun 2025 15:39

The OnePlus 13s is one OnePlus' smallest flagship in a long time. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 13s now official as latest compact flagship packing a large battery and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset

The OnePlus 13S has now officially arrived after a spate of recent teasers. Packing a 5,850 mAh battery inside a body that is 150 mm tall and 71.7 mm wide, the OnePlus 13s also features Qualcomm's powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chips...

Alex Alderson, 05 Jun 2025 15:09

A leak apparently revealed all colour options available for the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. (Image source: @zellzoi)

Google Pixel 10 series: All colour options revealed, with two iconic colours apparently dropped

All official colour options for the entire Pixel 10 range – comprising the Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL and 10 Pro Fold – have finally been revealed in a leak. Interestingly, two well-established colourways seem to have been cut fr...

Alexander Fagot, 05 Jun 2025 12:49

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6. (Image Source: Samsung)

Early Galaxy Z Flip FE pricing leak emerges in the wild

The Galaxy Z Flip FE is scheduled to launch as something of a rebadged Galaxy Z Flip6. According to a new report, however, Samsung's first Fan Edition foldable could launch with an MSRP that translates into over $700 in the US.

Ricci Rox, 05 Jun 2025 12:42

The rugged WP55 Pro smartphone has been listed on Amazon (Image source: Oukitel)

WP55 Pro: New Oukitel smartphone with 16GB memory hits Amazon with discount

The WP55 Pro 5G is one of Oukitel’s latest smartphones and is now available on Amazon. The rugged handset has decent specifications, as users can look forward to a large battery and night vision camera. The main camera also has a ...

Silvio Werner, 04 Jun 2025 22:55

The Vivo T4 Ultra is expected to launch as an affordable flagship in a few days. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo T4 Ultra launching soon as flagship killer with 50 MP periscope telephoto camera and Dimensity 9300+

Vivo is expected to soon unveil a "flagship killer", the T4 Ultra, that will offer a powerful MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor and a 50-MP periscope telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom at an attractive price. The company has n...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Jun 2025 22:26

This year's summer Galaxy Unpacked event may showcase three new foldables, not two, sixth generation models pictured. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung certifies three Galaxy foldable smartphones before anticipated summer releases

It seems that Samsung is preparing to release three new foldable smartphones this summer during its next Galaxy Unpacked event. Certified as SM-F761, SM-F766 and SM-F966, the three are believed to include the rumoured Galaxy Z Fli...

Alex Alderson, 04 Jun 2025 22:22

Samsung has already shown what is expected to be a silloheute of the Galaxy Z Fold7. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 tipped to bring the 'Ultra' with up to 16 GB RAM and new Coral Red colourway

A new rumour has suggested that the Galaxy Z Fold7 will surpass previous Galaxy Z Fold models with more RAM and storage. This year's Galaxy Z Fold is rumoured to be landing in a snazzy-sounding colour option too, unlike recent mod...

Alex Alderson, 04 Jun 2025 19:42

The Vivo X Fold5 appears to be about 9.2 mm thick when closed. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X Fold5 impresses against Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max in latest teaser

Vivo is finally ready to introduce a new X Fold smartphone after an extended absence from the foldable market. The company has pitted the X Fold5 against the iPhone 16 Pro Max in a round of teasers, which sees Apple’s iPhone dwarf...

Alex Alderson, 04 Jun 2025 18:51

Samsung has shaved 2.4mm off the Galaxy S25 Edge, at least compared to the Galaxy S25 Ultra. (Image source: JerryRigEverything)

Galaxy S25 Edge teardown reveals how Samsung has trimmed down 2.4mm compared to the Galaxy S25 Ultra

The durability test of Samsung's thinnest flagship of all time proves surprisingly unspectacular; a closer look inside reveals where in particular Samsung has slimmed down, especially compared to the significantly thicker Galaxy S...

Alexander Fagot, 04 Jun 2025 18:47

Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 tipped to launch as world's latest top-speed mobile chipset

Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 (or possibly 8 Elite Gen 2) is thought to launch as the processor for next-gen top-end Android smartphones such as the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or OnePlus 15. Now, a new leak purports to outline jus...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Jun 2025 18:03

An Ace-series smartphone. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus "Ace 6 Turbo" equipped with extremely gaming-friendly specs in new leak

Oppo and/or its popular co-brand OnePlus is now believed to launch a new device with one of the highest refresh rate displays in the Android smartphone market later in 2025. The device might also be able to compete with flagships ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Jun 2025 16:54

The NEXX is quite a beast, but freedom comes with a significant cost (Image Source: Liberux)

This flagship priced smartphone free from Android or iOS seems destined for failure despite noble intentions

CheckMag Full-fledged Linux on smartphones is far from mainstream, but there are plenty of options from Volla, Fairphone, or installing it on an older device. Asking customers to throw down on an Indiegogo campaign at a price that exceeds ...

David Devey, 04 Jun 2025 16:29

Samsung is expected to release more than just a new Galaxy Z Fold this summer. (Image source: Samsung - edited)

Galaxy Z Fold: Samsung tipped to surpass Oppo Find N5 with larger foldable display

Samsung has now hinted that there is something ‘Ultra’ about its Galaxy Z Fold release. While the company is light on the details for now, a leaker has suggested that the Galaxy Z Fold7 or Galaxy Z Fold Ultra will surpass the Oppo...

Alex Alderson, 04 Jun 2025 15:36

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (Image Source: Samsung Newsroom)

Galaxy S26 series could bring thinner design & sharper zoom

Whispers are swirling that the Galaxy S26 series is not only aiming to be significantly thinner but also pack a sharper 3x telephoto lens. If these early rumors hold true, prepare for a sleek design and even better zoom capabiliti...

Jean Leon, 04 Jun 2025 14:11

Samsung Galaxy A16 (Image Source: Samsung Newsroom)

Galaxy A17 tipped to bring OIS to Samsung's affordable lineup

Rumors suggest Samsung's upcoming Galaxy A17 might include optical image stabilization (OIS). This means sharper, shake-free photos could soon be a standard feature on one of Samsung's most affordable phones, truly enhancing your ...

Jean Leon, 04 Jun 2025 14:04

The extremely compact Bluefox NX1 comes with a screen measuring just 4 inches diagonally. (Image source: Bluefox)

Bluefox NX1: Tiny smartphone with 4-inch display and 3,000 mAh battery is smaller than Apple iPhone 5

The Bluefox NX1 is a truly pint-sized smartphone sporting a 4-inch display with a Dynamic Island-style feature, all housed within a slim 4.9 cm-wide body. Despite the phone’s remarkably small size, Bluefox managed to fit a 3,000 m...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Jun 2025 14:00

The new Redmi gaming tablet will be Redmi's most premium tablet yet. Pictured - Redmi Pad 2 4G (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi's 8.8-inch flagship gaming tablet gets certified ahead of impending launch

After announcing the Redmi Pad 2 days ago, Xiaomi has set its sights on a more premium tablet. This tablet, still unnamed, will be a compact gaming tablet drawing parallels with the iPad mini 7, and a direct competitor to the Leno...

Ricci Rox, 04 Jun 2025 12:12

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is said to have a much thinner body. (Image source: @OnLeaks / Android Headlines)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 supports Qi2 for the first time, but with restrictions

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has already been certified by the Wireless Power Consortium, which means that the next-generation flagship foldable supports Qi2, unlike its direct predecessor. However, the best feature of Qi2 is not su...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Jun 2025 12:07

The first smartphone from NxtQuantum is set to be a low-cost AI smartphone. (Image source: GSMArena)

Leak reveals NxtQuantum's first smartphone with AI features and a decent price tag

Madhav Sheth, the former head of Realme and Honor in India, is expected to finally unveil the first smartphone of his newly established company in June. A new preview image of the NxtQuantum AI+ Nova 2 5G has surfaced, along with ...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Jun 2025 11:57

The Honor Magic V3. (Image Source: Alexander Wätzel)

Honor Magic V5: Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version and other key specs of imminent foldable revealed in new leaks

Honor will launch its Magic V5 flagship foldable phone this month. Ahead of that, the Magic V5 has visited Geekbench, confirming the presence of a Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version and 16 GB of RAM.

Ricci Rox, 04 Jun 2025 11:39

The Google Pixel 10 will feature the same 5G modem at the Pixel 9 shown here (image source: Notebookcheck)

Google Pixel 10: Tensor G5 will stick with the same Exynos modem found on the Tensor G4

A new leak reveals the Google Tensor G5 will not launch with a MediaTek modem as previously speculated. Instead, it will use the same Exynos modem found on its last-gen counterpart.

Anil Ganti, 04 Jun 2025 10:53

The Vivo X Fold 5 will be lighter than the Vivo X Fold 3 pictured here (image source: Notebookcheck)

Vivo X Fold 5 teaser hints at yet another ultra-lightweight foldable

Vivo has shown off one of its upcoming foldable smartphones. Like the Vivo X Fold 3 that came before it, the Vivo X Fold 5 will be one of the lightest foldable smartphones to launch this generation

Anil Ganti, 04 Jun 2025 06:43

Xiaomi's first dedicated gaming tablet is allegeldy in line for a June release, Redmi Pad Pro pictured. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi release plans revealed by leaker with Redmi gaming tablet, Pad 7S Pro, MIX Flip 2 and more devices mentioned

A typically reliable leaker has outlined Xiaomi's upcoming release plans. Allegedly all arriving later this month, the list will likely exceed half a dozen devices when all is said and done. For the time being, the leaker mentions...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jun 2025 22:36

The BlackBerry Classic will be retrofitted with modern internals and be sold as the Zinwa Q25. (Image source: BlackBerry)

BlackBerry Classic/BlackBerry Q20 to get resurrected with new internals and a new name

A Chinese company wants to bring back the BlackBerry Classic/BlackBerry Q20 by retrofitting it with modern hardware. There will also be a conversion kit for those who wish to do their own modding themselves.

Habeeb Onawole, 03 Jun 2025 22:35

Leaked images of a Google Pixel 10 Pro prototype. (Image source: Mystic Leaks)

Pixel 10 series tipped to get heavily upgraded image stabilization

Pixel 10 will reportedly get a telephoto camera but the entire series is said to get an image stabilization upgrade. The performance is said to be at par with the DJI Osmo Mobile 6 gimbal.

Vineet Washington, 03 Jun 2025 18:51

The Galaxy Z Fold7 has already been spotted online. (Image source: Weibo)

Leaker discusses summer Galaxy Unpacked plans with Galaxy Z Fold7 and four other Samsung devices rumoured

According to a reliable leaker, Samsung has more than expected planned for its summer Galaxy Unpacked event. Not only are the Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Z Fold7 in store, but so is a cheaper foldable called the Galaxy Z Flip FE and...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jun 2025 18:42

Huawei's last clamshell smartphone. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei tipped to undercut Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 with new smartphone

Huawei's next foldable smartphone is now thought to have the same clamshell form-factor as the Galaxy Z Flip6. It is thought to be cheaper than that Samsung flagship (or its supposedly upcoming Flip7 successor), however, thereby i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Jun 2025 18:38

The Pura 80 series is thought to consist of multiple models, culminating in the Pura 80 Ultra. (Image source: Huawei - edited)

Pura 80 Ultra: Huawei officially reveals launch date as new 1-inch SmartSens and 'dual-focus' telephoto cameras discussed

Huawei has now officially revealed the date of its next flagship smartphone launch event. While the event is scheduled for next week, several leakers have been discussing the camera upgrades that Huawei will be bringing to the Pur...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jun 2025 18:22

A "Reno 14 Global Edition" hands-on. (Image source: SmartPrix)

Oppo Reno 14 series tipped to debut as Gemini-powered smartphones in mid-2025

The Oppo Reno 14 series is thought to bring a number of features normally associated with more premium Android smartphones to their tier of the Indian market - access to Google's Gemini AI among them. The handsets might also be ab...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Jun 2025 16:45

An alleged look at a Google Pixel 10 Pro prototype. (Image source: via Mystic Leaks)

Google postpones Pixel 10 launch event and release dates after recent leak

According to a new report, Google has decided to push back its next Pixel launch event. As a consequence, its Pixel 10 flagships will not start shipping by August 20 as recent leaks identified.

Alex Alderson, 03 Jun 2025 15:11

The Nothing Phone (3) is rumored to ditch the company's signature Glyph Interface. Pictured - Nothing Phone (2) (Image Source: Nothing)

Nothing Phone (3) gets an official launch date but chipset choice remains unclear

Nothing has now officially confirmed its plans to launch the Nothing Phone (3) on July 1. The Phone (3) will debut as Nothing's most ambitious smartphone yet and is expected to be priced as such, although debates still rage as to ...

Ricci Rox, 03 Jun 2025 14:55