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Motorola Edge 40 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-driven 165Hz display makes global debut

Motorola's most potential-laden - and "Wi-Fi 7-ready" - Android flagship to date has finally arrived in Global Edition form. The Edge 40 Pro has brought its class-leading pOLED display and top-end internals with it to internationa...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Apr 2023 13:00

Samsung plans to bring back Exynos chips in 2024 (image via Samsung)

Exynos 2400 tipped to make a comeback with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series

A South Korean media report says Samsung plans to bring back Exynos chips in 2024. The ten-core Exynos 2400 will power some Galaxy S24 variants in South Korea.

Anil Ganti, 04 Apr 2023 08:21

VOOC is tipped to get even more Super soon. (Source: OPPO)

Rumor | OPPO 300W SuperVOOC charging tech for next-gen smartphones is on the way

OPPO (or its parent corporation) is already responsible for some of the fastest-charging smartphones on the market. Now, the OEM is tipped to go even further with the next generation of its SuperVOOC charging, slated to pack tripl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Apr 2023 18:23

The "Vivo X Flip" hands-on. (Source: Digital Chat Station)

Rumor | Vivo X Flip celebrity sponsor hands-on leak signals imminent launch

Vivo is now backed further than ever to launch its first ever clamshell foldable smartphone. The "X Flip" has allegedly been spotted in the hands of a Chinese pop-culture personality who might be introduced as the Android device's...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Apr 2023 17:48

RedMagic's newly expanded product line-up. (Source: RedMagic)

Update | RedMagic 8 Pro Titanium and 4K Gaming Monitor launch internationally

RedMagic has unleashed a number of its PC gaming range alongside the latest colorway for its 8 Pro Android smartphone on markets such as the US and Canada for the first time. The accessories include the brand's Gaming Mouse and Ke...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Apr 2023 16:26

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5's cover display will be an absolute unit (image via own)

Humongous Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 cover display revealed by new render.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 will reportedly feature a cover display that is between 3 and 4 inches in size. It will occupy the entire top half of the phone, only making room for its two camera sensors.

Anil Ganti, 03 Apr 2023 16:13

The Galaxy S23 FE is rumored to launch in Q4. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE: Leak reveals alleged details of Samsung's next Fan Edition phone

Samsung chose not to release a Galaxy S22 FE at all. Instead, it appears the company will make the jump directly from the S21 FE to the S23 FE later this year, with a new leak now revealing alleged specifications of the next-gen F...

Ricci Rox, 03 Apr 2023 12:55

Realme GT Neo5 SE debuts as a Redmi Note 12 Turbo rival with a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 and 144 Hz OLED

Realme has now finally debuted its much-awaited mid-range phone in China. The Realme GT Neo5 SE arrives as Realme's answer to the Redmi Note 12 Turbo that launched a week ago, sporting the same Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 and identical sp...

Ricci Rox, 03 Apr 2023 12:28

The "Razr+ 2023". (Source: Evan Blass via Twitter)

Rumor | Motorola Razr Plus 2023 gears up for international launch with fast Wi-Fi and more battery than previously thought

Motorola is tipped to launch its latest foldable smartphone as the Razr+ (or Razr Plus) for the first time in 2023. The next-gen device was also believed to flout its new naming convention in terms of battery capacity compared to ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Apr 2023 20:48

Rumor | Huawei P60 series sells out after just a few days of pre-orders

Huawei's latest premium HarmonyOS smartphones went to pre-order on March 30, 2023 in their native China. Four days later, the devices - whether vanilla P60, its Pro sibling or Ultra top-end counterpart - are reportedly nowhere to ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Apr 2023 19:47

The successor to the Asus ROG Phone 6 is coming. (Source: Digital Trends)

Asus ROG Phone 7 details leak ahead of April 13 launch

Asus has officially confirmed its gaming smartphone for the year, the ROG Phone 7, for an April 13 debut. Ahead of that date, however, details of the phone have now surfaced in the wild.

Ricci Rox, 02 Apr 2023 10:56

The Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) will likely be a North American-only release. (Image source: Evan Blass)

Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) new leak reveals press images and colours

New press renders of the Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) have surfaced online. Launching later this year with a curved display and a familiar design, the Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) should be a more powerful alternative to its 4G sibling.

Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2023 23:48

The Sony Xperia 5 IV is compact by modern standards; it comes with a 6.1-inch display size. (Image source: Sony/Unsplash - edited)

Modern compact Sony Xperia 5 V likely to match other 2023 Xperia flagship smartphones for RAM

The Sony Xperia 5 V, which could be considered as a modern standard of a compact smartphone, will apparently come with the same starting amount of RAM as Sony’s other high-end 2023 Xperia offerings. A post by a trusted leaker has ...

Daniel R Deakin, 31 Mar 2023 21:20

The first-gen OnePlus foldable? (Source: Digital Chat Station)

OPPO Find N3 tipped to launch with improved main display and availability worldwide

OPPO's "Find N3" is now thought to launch as a 2023 foldable flagship smartphone with a main display that comes with upgrades in terms of size and resolution compared to its predecessor. The allegedly "ultra-thin", more powerful S...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Mar 2023 20:18

The "iPhone 15 buttons". (Source: chenwen1987 via Douyin)

Rumor | iPhone 15 Pro series will replace the classic mute switch with a Watch Ultra-like Action Button

The iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max' successors are already thought to be the first to switch to solid-state buttons. This upgrade is now tipped to unleash a whole new wave of functionality that would be beyond those of simple physical ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Mar 2023 18:56

Xiaomi is inviting fans to an 'Open Day' in China on April 9. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 13 Ultra: New April 'Open Day' teased as leakers discuss new features for future flagship smartphone

According to reports, Xiaomi will start teasing the Xiaomi 13 Ultra next week. In the meantime, Xiaomi has announced an Open Day next month, while another leak points to the Xiaomi 13 Ultra's telephoto camera being on par with the...

Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2023 18:01

Interesting rumours about the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE have emerged online (image via Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE tipped to arrive in Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and Exynos 2200 flavours

A new leak says the Galaxy S23 FE will launch as early as August 2023. It will feature three Samsung ISOCELL GN3 camera sensors, a 120 Hz screen, 8 GB RAM and a US$699 price tag.

Anil Ganti, 31 Mar 2023 17:25

Nokia Pure has reduced colours and clear lines in a departure from Google's Material You design language. (Image source: HMD Global)

Nokia Pure showcased as new smartphone and smartwatch design language with minimalist look

Nokia has announced Pure, its latest design language for smartphones and smartwatches. Arriving after the company introduced a new logo, Nokia Pure shows what software could look like with Nokia branding in future, whether that be...

Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2023 14:40

Meizu 20 and 20 Pro launch with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-driven OLED displays and up to 80W charging

Meizu has unveiled the vanilla and Pro variants of its new 20 series of Android smartphones today (March 30, 2023). The devices are now poised to take on others such as the Xiaomi 13 series and OnePlus 11 with Qualcomm's new top-e...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Mar 2023 22:27

A concept image of the Galaxy Z Flip5 with its rumoured larger cover. (Image source: @technizoconcept & @RoderSuper)

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 emerge in new leaked benchmark listings

The Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 are months away from release. However, several leaked benchmark listings. Based on the Geekbench listings, Samsung plans to release the pair later this year with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Gal...

Alex Alderson, 30 Mar 2023 19:54

Insta360 Flow launches as a new portable, versatile, AI-powered smartphone gimbal

Insta360 has joined its rival OEM DJI in being an action-cam company that now also sells its own gimbal. The Flow comes with its own AI to augment its in-built stabilization, and also to confer a third-gen Deep Tracking mode on th...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Mar 2023 19:32

Rumor | Vivo X Fold2 floats to top of AnTuTu rankings ahead of official announcement

The new top-end Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor has enjoyed its first outing in a foldable device, according to the AnTuTu benchmarking group. The SoC, along with other top-end components, are now said to challenge conventional rival...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Mar 2023 16:55

Samsung has started rolling out a new camera-focused update for the Galaxy S23 series. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra receive new camera refinements and improvements with latest software update

Samsung is now distributing a major camera update to the Galaxy S23 series, starting in South Korea. The update, which is available on the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra, should also be headed to the US soon, amo...

Alex Alderson, 30 Mar 2023 14:28

Shargeek Starship Seer 10000 mAh power bank doubles as an alarm clock (Image source: Shargeek)

Shargeek Starship Sheer 10000 mAh power bank doubles as an alarm clock

The power bank has the footprint of a credit card and yet it can recharge an iPhone 14 Pro 1.8x or the Nintendo Switch 1.4x before running out of power. Early Kickstarter supporters can claim a unit for US$50 with an expected ship...

Allen Ngo, 30 Mar 2023 05:08

The OnePlus 11 Jupiter Rock Edition may eventually receive an international release, but not necessarily a global one. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 11 Jupiter Rock Edition launches with unique new design

OnePlus has introduced the Jupiter Rock Edition of the OnePlus 11, its latest flagship smartphone. While the new edition features the same hardware as the regular OnePlus 11, it has a 3D microcrystalline rock design that should be...

Alex Alderson, 29 Mar 2023 19:47

The GT Neo5 SE's screen. (Source: Realme)

Realme GT Neo5 SE tipped to beat Redmi rival with potentially superior display

The GT Neo5 SE is the upcoming mid-range iteration of its 2023 Android smartphone series. Nevertheless, Realme has now revealed that it has a display of a higher resolution and refresh rate compared to the Redmi Note 12 Turbo, the...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Mar 2023 18:08

Lenovo's Legion gaming phones are officially dead. (Image via Lenovo w/ edits)

Lenovo confirms termination of Legion gaming phone business

Lenovo confirmed rumors that it would be shutting down its gaming phone business. In a statement to Android Authority, the company said the closure of the Legion gaming phone business was part of the company's "gaming portfolio co...

Sam Medley, 29 Mar 2023 18:06

AOHi's new Wireless Charger. (Source: AOHi via Kickstarter)

AOHi sci-fi-themed "DIY" Charging Dock debuts via Kickstarter

AOHi's latest crowdfunding campaign combines wireless charging and a power bank into one product - however, it also purports to be much more than that. The OEM asserts that it makes for the ultimate grown-up toy, as the user gets ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Mar 2023 17:14

The Edge 40 will look an awful lot like its Pro-branded sibling. (Image source: @OnLeaks & The Tech Outlook)

Motorola Edge 40: New leak reveals European pricing and full design details

New details about the Motorola Edge 40 have emerged online. Likely launching alongside the Edge 40 Pro, the Edge 40 is rumoured to contain upper mid-range hardware and will retail for €599 in the Eurozone. High-resolution renders ...

Alex Alderson, 29 Mar 2023 14:28

Motorola will sell the Moto X40 in North America as the Edge Plus (2023). (Image source: Motorola via _snoopytech_)

Motorola Moto X40: New leak confirms forthcoming North American release

A new Google Play Console listing has confirmed that Motorola is plotting a North American release for the Moto X40. Also launching in Europe as the Edge 40 Pro, the Edge Plus (2023) will take on current flagship smartphones like ...

Alex Alderson, 29 Mar 2023 13:41

Alienware AW920H tri-mode wireless gaming headset (Source: Dell)

Deal | Alienware AW920H tri-mode wireless gaming headset hits lowest price in 30 days on Amazon

Introduced in mid-June 2022, the Alienware AW920H wireless gaming headset can connect to a wide range of devices via a USB-C dongle or Bluetooth 5.2, but it can also be used in wired mode with the help of a 3.5 mm audio jack. With...

Codrut Nistor, 28 Mar 2023 19:33

The Find N2 Flip gets its DxOMark test results. (Source: DxOMark)

OPPO Find N2 Flip beats the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 in DxOMark rankings

The OPPO Find N2 Flip inevitably draws a lot of comparisons with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4, in that they are both clamshell Android smartphones with cutting-edge foldable main displays. They also have dual rear cameras - then aga...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Mar 2023 19:28

The Redmi Note 12 Turbo comes in four colours, including a Harry Potter-themed edition. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Turbo: New smartphone debuts as future POCO F5 with Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 2 chipset at a low price

Xiaomi has presented the Redmi Note 12 Turbo, the first smartphone with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 2 chipset. The Redmi Note 12 Turbo also comes with a 120 Hz AMOLED display, up to 16 GB RAM and an optional Harry Potter spec...

Alex Alderson, 28 Mar 2023 17:03

The Samsung Galaxy S23 series has been discounted on Amazon (image via own)

Deal | Entire Samsung Galaxy S23 series now available on Amazon with hefty discounts

Samsung is offering a free storage upgrade for the Galaxy S23 series on Amazon. The 256 GB Galaxy S23, 512 GB Galaxy S23+ and 512 GB Galaxy S23 Ultra can now be had for US$799, US$999 and US$1,199, respectively, until the offer la...

Anil Ganti, 28 Mar 2023 14:19

The 11 Jupiter Rock Edition. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 11 Jupiter Rock Edition scheduled for late March 2023 launch

OnePlus claims to have gone to "extreme" lengths to produce an upcoming limited edition of its flagship smartphone in 2023. This apparently involves developing a nine-step process in order to turn an "unprecedented" material into ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Mar 2023 21:01

Intel loses a visionary. (Source: Intel via Twitter)

Intel co-founder Gordon Moore passes away at age 94

Intel has paid tribute to one of its originators on announcing his "peaceful" death in his Hawaii home. The semiconductor pioneer leaves the world his pivotal insight, invaluable contributions and eponymous "Law" on his passing. M...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Mar 2023 19:47

The Edge 40 Pro will be the global version of the Moto X40. (Image source: Motorola via @_snoopytech_)

Motorola Edge 40 Pro: New leak showcases higher than expected pricing for future flagship

A new leak has revealed updated European pricing for the Edge 40 Pro, Motorola's next global flagship smartphone. Contrary to earlier leaks, Motorola has priced the Edge 40 Pro at €100 higher than the Edge 30 Pro.

Alex Alderson, 27 Mar 2023 18:43

The 4 nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is rumored to offer a 1 GHz Adreno 750 GPU. (Image Source: @Za_Raczke on Twitter)

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3's Adreno 750 rumored to have 1 GHz clock, Cortex-X4 "Hunter" core to be clocked at 3.72 GHz

Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC might be the first to feature a 1 GHz Adreno 750 GPU according to rumors. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 will also see a Cortex-X4 "Hunter" core with speeds up to 3.72 GHz and will use a 1+3+2+2 ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 27 Mar 2023 17:33

OPPO and OnePlus claim that they will continue to supply Europe and the UK. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo and OnePlus comment on alleged European and UK exits

According to several reports, OnePlus and Oppo have decided to leave European and UK markets. Reputedly, the two companies planned to pull out of France, Germany, the Netherlands and the UK first, starting in mid-2023. However, of...

Alex Alderson, 27 Mar 2023 17:21

The Moto G53s will likely perform slightly worse than the Moto G53, pictured. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Motorola Moto G53s: New smartphone leaks as potentially smaller Moto G53 alternative

The Motorola Moto G53s has emerged online, courtesy of a Google Play Console listing. While the Moto G53s shares its name with the Moto G53, Motorola may distinguish the pair in a few ways.

Alex Alderson, 27 Mar 2023 14:57

The Motorola Edge 40's specs have been revealed (image via Motorola)

Motorola Edge 40 specifications revealed by new leak

A new leak says the Motorola Edge 40 will feature a MediaTek Dimensity 8020 SoC, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB storage, a 6.5-inch 144 Hz POLED screen, and a 4,400 mAh battery that supports 68 W fast charging.

Anil Ganti, 27 Mar 2023 13:45

The Camon 20 Premier 5G(?). (Source: TheCluesTech)

Tecno Camon 20 Premier 5G: New leak points to a unique camera hump for the impending Android smartphone

With its 120Hz FHD+ display driven by an aging MediaTek Dimensity chipset, the Tecno Camon 20 Premier 5G seems like nothing special on the mid-range Android smartphone ahead of its reportedly upcoming launch. However, it might sti...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Mar 2023 19:03

Huawei P60 Pro snaps impressive shot of moon occluding Venus

Huawei touts the P60 Pro in terms of its camera with the largest aperture among mobile devices, not to mention a powerful 3x optical zoom thanks to its new telephoto lens. Now, a company executive credits the new flagship smartpho...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Mar 2023 19:59

The Find N2 Flip is coming to Mexico. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO Find N2 Flip: Mexican pre-orders to start in April 2023

OPPO has announced that it will celebrate its third year of operations in Mexico by introducing its new premium clamshell Android foldable smartphone to the country. The Find N2 Flip will indeed bring its Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4-be...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Mar 2023 18:06

The Oppo Find N3 is expected to launch later this year. (Image source: Digital Chat Station)

Oppo Find N3: New details emerge for next-generation foldable smartphone

New details have leaked for the Find N3, Oppo's next-generation foldable smartphone. Tipped for launch in the autumn, the Oppo Find N3 is expected to feature Qualcomm's future Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 2 chipset, amid a host of other ...

Alex Alderson, 25 Mar 2023 14:34

The Mate X3 will be one of several new Huawei devices launching globally in May. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei confirms global launch date for new P60 Pro, Mate X3 and Watch Ultimate devices

Huawei has revealed when it will showcase its new flagship devices globally. Supposedly, the company hopes to release the P60 series globally, as well as other devices like the Watch Ultimate and the Mate X3.

Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2023 22:00

The Galaxy M54 should be a more powerful alternative to the also new Galaxy F54. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy M54: New mid-range smartphone lands with huge 120 Hz AMOLED display and larger battery than Galaxy S23 Ultra

Samsung has previewed the Galaxy M54, a new mid-range smartphone in the company's stock mid-range portfolio. The Galaxy M54 has a considerable 6,000 mAh battery, a 120 Hz AMOLED display, a 108 MP camera with OIS, and a promise of ...

Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2023 21:37

The ROG Phone 7 is on the way. (Source: Asus)

Asus ROG Phone 7: April 2023 launch for the next-gen Android gaming flagship confirmed

Asus has confirmed that the ROG Phone is back with its 7 series in 2023. The upcoming addition to the top-end smartphone line is officially set to launch later this year. The OEM touts it to be unleashed as a new "legend" on the A...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Mar 2023 20:26