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The Pixel 7a should bridge the gap between the Pixel 6a and Pixel 7. (Image source: nikoskom-94)

Google Pixel 7a: Prototype of new mid-range smartphone lands on auction site

A prototype Pixel 7a has surfaced on eBay, likely three months before the device's official release. While retail units are rumoured to cost approximately €500, the prototype unit is selling for almost 5x that price.

Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2023 14:02

A 13 Ultra render. (Source: @SPInfoJP & @That_Kartikey)

Xiaomi 13 Ultra and Pad 6 charging specs allegedly revealed ahead of launch

Xiaomi is slated to launch the Ultra variant of its current top-end Android smartphone line and the vanilla version of its flagship tablet soon. Both devices have allegedly shown up in a new leak suggesting that the 13 Ultra charges at a slower top rate than that of its less premium Pro counterpart. The Pad 6, on the other hand, might have gotten an upgrade.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Mar 2023 22:36

Nothing continues to bring new features and performance improvements to the Phone (1) with software updates. (Image source: Nothing)

Nothing Phone (1): New Nothing OS 1.5.3 update brings battery life improvements and Nothing Ear (2) support

Nothing is preparing to launch the Ear (2), its latest pair of earbuds. With a launch due later this month, the company has brought Ear (2) support to the Phone (1), among other changes. Reputedly, Nothing OS 1.5.3 should reduce app restart times, while also minimising power consumption and improving battery life as a result.

Alex Alderson, 15 Mar 2023 20:05

The Samsung Galaxy...F14? (Source: 91Mobiles)

Samsung "Galaxy F14" turns up in renders with one rear camera less than the A14

Rumors of a Samsung Galaxy F14 coming to join the pre-existing M14 and A14 on the 2023 Android smartphone market have given rise to speculation that all 3 mid-range devices would share the same build. However, according to a new leak, this is not the case for the "F14", which is now being painted as a slightly bemusing blend of M14 specs and A04 design.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Mar 2023 18:02

Samsung once again finds itself in the midst of a fake moon controversy with the Galaxy S23 Ultra. (Image via NotebookCheck)

S23 Ultra moon gate: Samsung stirs up controversy by faking Space Zoom moon shots using AI

A viral Reddit post has uncovered how the Samsung S23 Ultra is supposedly faking its Super Zoom moon images. The OP's tests seemed to indicate that Samsung is using AI to fill in texture and surface information of the moon on to the raw capture, giving a false impression as if the S23 Ultra's 100x zoom camera is indeed capable of shooting the moon in vivid detail.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 15 Mar 2023 17:52

The Pixel 8 should be more compact than the Pixel 7 but larger than the Galaxy S23. (Image source: @OnLeaks & MySmartPrice)

Google Pixel 8 leaked renders showcase new smaller design for future flagship smartphone

High-resolution renders of the Pixel 8 have leaked online. Based on the images, the Pixel 8 will be noticeably shorter and thinner than the Pixel 7. The Pixel 8 will also have a rounder design than its predecessor but with the same twin rear-facing camera arrangement as previous smaller Pixel smartphones.

Alex Alderson, 15 Mar 2023 14:19

The Nothing Ear (2) is tipped to go on sale on March 28. (Source: OneLeaks x The Tech Outlook)

Nothing Ear (2) pricing and availability info revealed ahead of March 22 launch

Details of Nothing's second-gen stylish earbuds, the Ear (2), have been outed in full ahead of its March 22 launch date. A new leak has now revealed pricing and availability info for the Ear (2) as well, with it set to be priced similarly to its predecessor.

Ricci Rox, 15 Mar 2023 10:29

The Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A54 come in four colourways. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung showcases new Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A54 mid-range smartphones in four colours

Samsung has presented the Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A54, having already released the Galaxy A14 in multiple markets. The Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A54 share plenty of features, including 120 Hz Super AMOLED displays and 5,000 mAh batteries. Samsung distinguishes them in certain areas though, such as cameras and display sizes.

Alex Alderson, 15 Mar 2023 10:00

The Poco F4 debuted in June last year. (Source: Poco)

Alleged Poco F5 Pro specs leak with a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and 64 MP camera on the cards

If reports are anything to go by, Xiaomi is set to debut the Poco F5 shortly. That phone now looks poised to be joined by a more premium Poco F5 Pro, with a new leak revealing major details of what could be the first "Pro" model in the lineup since 2020's Poco F2 Pro.

Ricci Rox, 15 Mar 2023 09:09

The Pixel Fold is slated to debut in under two months. (Image source: @OnLeaks)

New Google Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet features discovered in Android 14 Developer Preview 2

Google is continuing in its quest to make Android better suited for larger displays. To that end, Android 14 Developer Preview 2 contains changes specific to the forthcoming Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet, which are both due for release at I/O 2023 in May.

Alex Alderson, 14 Mar 2023 23:20

The Pixel 8 Pro will build on the design language of the Pixel 7 series. (Image source: @OnLeaks & Smartprix)

Google Pixel 8 Pro: New leak reveals design changes with flat display and possible LiDAR sensor

High-resolution renders of the Pixel 8 Pro have leaked online, roughly half a year before Google is expected to announce the flagship alongside the cheaper Pixel 8. Revealed by a reliable leaker, the images show significant design changes from last year's Pixel 7 Pro, including a flat display, a revised camera module a perhaps even a LiDAR sensor for improving portrait photos.

Alex Alderson, 14 Mar 2023 19:00

The Pixel Fold is set to displace the Pixel 7 Pro as Google's most premium device. (Source: Google)

Google Pixel Fold and Pixel 7a colorways, pricing, and storage info leak ahead of I/O

Google is expected to tear the wraps off of the mid-range Pixel 7a and its first foldable phone yet, the Google Pixel Fold, at I/O on May 10. Ahead of that event, though, a new report has now provided more information than ever before on the two upcoming devices.

Ricci Rox, 14 Mar 2023 17:56

Xiaomi has finally confirmed global availability for the Redmi Note 12 series. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confirms global Redmi Note 12 series 'Live vivid' launch event as new Redmi Note 12S stops by FCC

Xiaomi has outlined when it will launch the Redmi Note 12 series globally. Arriving later this month, the series will consist of the Redmi Note 12 through to the Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus. Meanwhile, the Redmi Note 12S has passed through the FCC on its way to market too.

Alex Alderson, 14 Mar 2023 17:49

The P60 launch event's date has been set. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei P60 Pro tipped to launch with Dynamic Island-style display

Huawei's upcoming flagship smartphone, the P60 Pro, has been captured in a new leak that purports to include an in-display selfie camera like that of the Dynamic Island of the latest iPhone Pro models. Should that be the case, the new feature could join up-to-date flat edges, some colorful side buttons and a unique camera hump in the upcoming premium-tier device.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Mar 2023 15:45

The 20 series is officially set to launch. (Source: Meizu)

Meizu 20 series flagship smartphone design and launch date are officially unveiled

Meizu has finally confirmed that its next top-end Android smartphones, the 20 and 20 Pro, will be unveiled at the end of March 2023. Both devices have appeared in what may be last-minute benchmarking leaks ahead of this event; meanwhile, a famous leaker has taken note of their new, Samsung Galaxy S23-esque builds.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Mar 2023 14:59

The latest Feature Drop is available from the Pixel 4a 5G onwards. (Image source: Google)

New Google Pixel Feature Drop arrives with improvements across Pixel 4, Pixel 5, Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 series smartphones

Google has finally released the March 2023 Feature Drop for Pixel smartphones. While this month's Feature Drop focuses on the Pixel 4a 5G through Pixel 7 Pro, some features have come to all Pixel smartphones, such as expanded Magic Eraser eligibility.

Alex Alderson, 14 Mar 2023 14:25

New Apple A17 Bionic alleged Geekbench scores show 20% generational CPU performance upgrade

Apple will debut the A17 Bionic on the iPhone 15 Pro phones later in the year. Alleged Geekbench 6 benchmark numbers of the flagship chipset have now surfaced in the wild, though, indicating about a 20% CPU boost in performance vs the iPhone 14 Pro's A16 Bionic.

Ricci Rox, 14 Mar 2023 09:08

OnePlus Ace 2 series will get to Android 16 on official software support

OnePlus has confirmed that Chinese-market units of its new Android flagship, the 11, will get four major software updates, along with five years' worth of security patch upgrades. The brand's other new smartphones, the Ace 2 and 2V, will get official support for their own versions of ColorOS too, just for not as long. This announcement may or may not bode ill for the 11R, an Indian version of the 2.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Mar 2023 00:00

Apple India Sales Division newly created following strong demand in contrast to global slowdown

The iPhone is doing relatively well in India, having moved about 40% more units year-on-year (YoY) and making over 25% more revenue, according to reports based on the latest figures. They are what may have prompted Apple to confer a dedicated sales division on the country for the first time. Then again, it move is part of a reported re-shuffling of executives within the Cupertino giant.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Mar 2023 18:46

The Galaxy Watch5 and Watch5 Pro. (Source: Max Buondonno/CNN)

New Samsung Galaxy Watch6 series leaks hint at smaller Watch6 Pro model or a Galaxy Watch6 Classic

New leaks have now provided more insight into Samsung's product plans for the Galaxy Watch6 series. While certain sources believe there could be a Watch6 Classic in addition to the regular Watch6 models, others lean towards Samsung releasing the Watch6 Pro in two sizes.

Ricci Rox, 13 Mar 2023 17:57

The Galaxy Z Flip5 will feature an upgraded 12 MP camera. (Source: NextPit)

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5: August-bound foldable will not adopt the Galaxy S23's 50 MP camera

A new leak has now revealed information on the cameras of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5 foldable phones. As previously reported, the Z Fold5 will not adopt the S23 Ultra's 200 MP camera; the Galaxy Z Flip5 looks set for a main camera upgrade, however, but not to the S23's 50 MP shooter.

Ricci Rox, 13 Mar 2023 10:33

Early adopters of the Galaxy A34 and A54 in Europe look set to get a free pair of Samsung's Galaxy Buds2 earbuds. (Source: SnoopyTech)

Samsung Galaxy A34 and A54: European pre-order gift revealed as unboxing video leaks ahead of launch

The Samsung Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A54 are widely expected to debut on March 15 globally. An unboxing video of the two mid-range phones has now leaked ahead of launch, with seeming promotional material from Samsung also revealing Samsung's gift for early adopters.

Ricci Rox, 13 Mar 2023 00:10

Realme first-gen foldable smartphone slated to launch soon

Realme executive Madhav Sheth has hinted that the Android brand is on the brink of breaking into the most cutting-edge, and often most premium, segment of its market to date. Accordingly, it could release a rival to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 or Flip4 soon. However, the company seems undecided as to which one to go with as its first-gen foldable smartphone.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Mar 2023 22:57

Qualcomm schedules a Chinese launch event. (Source: Qualcomm CN)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 SoC series: Next generation to launch in China in March 2023

Qualcomm China's announcement of an upcoming launch event has led to speculation that the next addition to the Snapdragon 7 series of mid-range mobile processors will be unveiled on that day. The silicon in question could be a successor to the current Gen 1 flagship, a refresh of the same, or, possibly, both. It is projected to power next-gen smartphones from brands such as Realme and Redmi.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Mar 2023 21:34

India's next Galaxy A smartphone. (Source: Samsung IN)

Samsung Galaxy A-series launch event set for mid-March in India

Samsung has announced that it will add to the line of Galaxy A-series smartphones sold in India soon. The South Korean giant has yet to specify which new device or devices will be unveiled on the date in question; however, recent leaks point to a mid-ranger with triple rear cameras and, according to its more official tips, water resistance and two choices of RAM size.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Mar 2023 17:58

The Lenovo ThinkPhone by Motorola is the matching smartphone for the legendary laptop series. Indeed, it is a solid smartphone that is just as down-to-earth as the portable computers in the range.

Lenovo ThinkPhone - Worthy of the big name?

A smartphone that bears the ThinkPhone name and seeks to show its kinship with Lenovo's ThinkPads has big shoes to fill. Read the following summary of our review and find out whether the ThinkPhone lives up to a respected name.

Florian Schmitt, 12 Mar 2023 13:43

The OPPO Find X6 Pro in the flesh. (Source: Ice Universe)

OPPO Find X6 Pro: No global release planned for upcoming camera juggernaut as live images surface

Ahead of OPPO's launch event scheduled for later in the month, new OPPO Find X6 Pro leaks have now surfaced, revealing live images of the flagship phone and OPPO's apparent plans to keep it exclusive to the Chinese market.

Ricci Rox, 12 Mar 2023 13:10

The Dimensity 9200 may be due a refresh. (Source: MediaTek)

Rumor | MediaTek Dimensity 9200 Plus flagship mobile SoC refresh is on the way

The Dimensity 9200 is one of the most powerful processors for smartphones or tablets on the market right now. However, its maker MediaTek is now tipped to supersede it with an updated version already. OnePlus and OPPO may be among the first brands to release mobile devices with this alleged Plus variant.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Mar 2023 19:42

Last year's Xiaomi 12S Ultra was excellent but was never sold outside China. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 13 Ultra: Upcoming flagship phone tipped to arrive in May

The Xiaomi 13 Ultra is coming. After debuting the Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro globally last month, Xiaomi has now set its sights on its most premium traditional smartphone for the year, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra. According to a new leak, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra is set to debut in May.

Ricci Rox, 11 Mar 2023 19:29

Rumor | Asus ROG Phone 7-series gaming flagship smartphone makes its Geekbench debut

A new Android device with Asus' name in the title has started to pop up on Geekbench 6. The details involved in these new leaks invite speculation that a new addition to the performance-focused ROG Phone line has been spotted ahead of its 2023 launch. If so, this putative 7-series variant will have Qualcomm's latest flagship SoC, lots of RAM and up-to-date software out of the box.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Mar 2023 18:46

Fiido e-bike discounts can be earned with tracking data during new March 2023 event

Fiido is offering its fans the chance to buy one of its e-bikes with "time" alone. In other words, participants in this deal can stack up coupons for select models by logging routes and their duration online. This "environmentally conscious" promotion runs from now until later in March 2023.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Mar 2023 17:12

Samsung Galaxy S23 (Photo: Daniel Schmidt)

Samsung Galaxy S23 - Compact high-end smartphone with small compromises

The Galaxy S23 is the smallest and cheapest model in Samsung's current high-end series. This year, a few shortcomings compared to the more expensive smartphones have been addressed, but not all of them.

Daniel Schmidt, 11 Mar 2023 16:31

The Redmi Note 11T's successor will be powered by a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 1. (Source: Xiaomi)

Snapdragon 7+ Gen 1 beats the opposition on Geekbench with Redmi Note 12T and Realme GT Neo5 SE billed to win adoption race

Qualcomm's next chipset will be the much-awaited "SM7475". That SoC is expected to be branded as the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 1 and will arrive this month, with leaked Geekbench benchmark numbers corroborating previous claims of performance matching last year's flagship Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1.

Ricci Rox, 11 Mar 2023 09:57

Motorola Moto G73 launches in India

Motorola has brought the Dimensity 930 SoC in a new package to India in the form of the Moto G73. The new mid-range Android smartphone has landed in its new market with a 50MP main camera and Android 13 out of the box. It has been made available in just 1 RAM/storage configuration, with a release scheduled for later in March 2023.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Mar 2023 22:50

Rumor | Samsung Galaxy F14 5G will launch with new Exynos 1330 SoC

The Galaxy M14 is now out there, as is the A14; nevertheless, it seems Samsung feels the world needs an F14 as well. The allegedly upcoming mid-range Android smartphone is tipped to share some specs with its virtual 2023 namesakes, a new chipset from its own OEM included.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Mar 2023 22:11

Parts of the Music Classical UI. (Source: Apple)

Apple Music gets a Classical new add-on

Apple has unveiled a Classical dimension of its Music service that, as the name suggests, is dedicated to streaming tracks from composers such as Tchaikovsky, Beethoven and Chopin. It will be free from the App Store, albeit to current Music subscribers. Its announcement might be the Cupertino giant's way of responding to Spotify's preview of its upcoming TikTok-eqsue mobile UI overhaul.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Mar 2023 21:36

The Razr 2023 will come in at least two colours. (Image source: Evan Blass)

Motorola Razr 2023: New image of next-generation Razr smartphone leaks

A hands-on image of a Razr 2023 prototype has surfaced online. The Razr 2023 will launch later this year with an unusual design, including a huge cover display and a bright red bottom panel in one of its guises.

Alex Alderson, 10 Mar 2023 19:14

Apple's Dynamic Island is now expected to grace Pro models until 2025 at the earliest. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Analyst details Apple iPhone under-panel Face ID delay

According to a renowned display analyst, Apple will no longer deliver under-panel Face ID hardware in iPhone Pro models next year. Instead, the Dynamic Island will dominate for at least another year, with no new display hardware due for Pro models until the iPhone 17 Pro in 2025 at the earliest.

Alex Alderson, 10 Mar 2023 18:19

The Xperia 1 IV debuted a month before it was available. (Image source: @OnLeaks)

Sony Xperia 1 V: Release details leak for new flagship smartphone

Alleged release details for the Xperia 1 V have surfaced online. Reputedly, Sony's next flagship smartphone will arrive in as little as two months' time, although the Xperia 1 V may be unavailable until the summer in some markets.

Alex Alderson, 10 Mar 2023 15:05

The Sony Xperia 1 V is expected to come with mostly larger camera sensors than its predecessor. (Image source: @OnLeaks/Sony - edited)

Sony Xperia 1 V camera specifications leak: Good news for sensor size enthusiasts but bad news for MP count lovers

Supposed Xperia 1 V camera specifications have been leaked that include the sensor size for all four cameras and their respective megapixel (MP) count. The Sony Xperia 1 V is expected to come with a single camera on the front and a triple-camera system on the rear. It appears fans might have to wait for the Xperia 1 VI or beyond for a 48 MP sensor.

Daniel R Deakin, 10 Mar 2023 06:06

Redmi to adopt the Dimensity 9200 SoC and the Samsung Galaxy S23 look in its late-2023 smartphone line-up

Xiaomi's popular brand Redmi is projected to pair an on-trend display with MediaTek's new Dimensity 9200 flagship processor in the course of updating its 2023 range of Android smartphones with models such as the "K60 Ultra". The device may or may not also be involved in the OEM's rumored pivot away from its typical camera hump style to something more like Samsung's current signature style.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Mar 2023 19:36

From 0 to 100% in just 7 and a half minutes (Image Source: Infinix)

Infinix 260 W GaN charger fully juices a phone battery in only 7.5 minutes

Infused with the proprietary All-Round FastCharge technology, Infinix's 260 W charger also comes with a wireless 110 W base that can fully charge smartphone batteries in 16 minutes. Infinix plans to release the charger with its next gen Note handheld later this year.

Bogdan Solca, 09 Mar 2023 18:56

Huawei's CEO is already showing off the P60 Pro's camera capabilities, predecessor pictured. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Huawei P60 Pro: New telephoto night shot teased amid claims of March 23 launch event

Huawei is stepping up its teasers for the P60 Pro. Now, the company's CEO has hinted at the device's excellent low-light capabilities even with its telephoto lens. The P60 Pro may only be a few weeks away launching too, with Huawei having seemingly scheduled a March 23 launch event for numerous new products like the Mate X3, Watch 4 series and the Band 7.

Alex Alderson, 09 Mar 2023 18:28

The Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus will be available in two other colours, Midnight and Sky Blue. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus: European pricing and release window revealed by new leaks

New leaks point to a European release for the Redmi Note 12 series later this month. At the top of the Redmi Note 12 tree will be the Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus, a €499 smartphone that will offer a 200 MP primary camera, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 09 Mar 2023 16:29

The Find X6 series is expected to pack impressive camera hardware. (Image source: Weibo)

New Oppo teaser poster sightings point to imminent Find X6 Pro release

Oppo may only be a few weeks away from revealing the Find X6 and Find X6 Pro, the company's latest flagship smartphones. While the company has not spoken on the Find X6 series yet, seemingly official teaser posters have started turning up online.

Alex Alderson, 09 Mar 2023 15:46