Smartphone

A Mate X2 successor might be on the way. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei Mate X3 tipped to launch soon as a new flagship foldable smartphone

Huawei made the potentially underwhelming choice to launch a new foldable mobile device with an outdated form-factor in 2022. However, the OEM is now tipped to have returned to a more Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4-like design in its succ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Nov 2022 18:46

A "Xiaomi 13 Pro" in the wild. (Source: TechGoing)

OPPO Find X6 Pro backed to beat Xiaomi 13 Pro in terms of periscope zoom lens performance

The Xiaomi 13 Pro is now tipped to launch with a periscope zoom lens for one of its cameras, even though its predecessor missed out on the technology. However, OPPO is also now rumored to have restored the same to its Find X6 Pro....

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Nov 2022 18:06

Rumors about Sony adding a foldable device to its Xperia lineup have been turning up for years. (Xperia Flex concept: TechConfigurations)

Giant Sony Xperia 1 V or new Xperia Ultra model hit rumor mill for 2023 but translated source wildly hints at foldable Xperia phone

A new OLED-based rumor has led to talk about what Sony might produce in 2023 in regard to its highly regarded Xperia line of smartphones. A giant Xperia 1 V or even a new Xperia Ultra or Xperia 1 Ultra have both been mentioned; ho...

Daniel R Deakin, 26 Nov 2022 01:14

The Nothing Phone (1) can display AirPods battery percentage with Nothing OS 1.1.7. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Nothing Phone (1) updated with improved experimental AirPods support

Nothing has released Nothing OS 1.1.7 for the Phone (1). Not only does the new OS update contain bug fixes and improvements, but it also brings improved AirPods support for Nothing’s first smartphone.

Alex Alderson, 25 Nov 2022 22:37

iQOO announces a major launch event. (Source: iQOO)

iQOO 11, 11 Pro and Neo7 SE officially set to launch together in December 2022

iQOO has decided to turn the launch of its next top-end Android smartphones into a bumper product event, as it will also debut the Neo7 SE on the date chosen. The latter is the brand's inaugural Dimensity 8200-powered device, wher...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Nov 2022 20:36

The Xiaomi 13 series is expected to launch in China first before reaching other markets. (Image source: @OnLeaks)

Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro return excellent Geekbench 5 scores thanks to Snapdragon 8 Gen 2

The Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro are right around the corner, with both smartphones set to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. Early Geekbench 5 scores suggest that this chipset change alone will yield massive performance improvements ...

Alex Alderson, 25 Nov 2022 20:03

Jabra Elite 7 Active now up to 47% off on Amazon (Source: Jabra)

Deal | Jabra Elite 7 TWS ANC earbuds discounted by up to 47% on Amazon

While the Jabra Elite 7 Active TWS sports earbuds with adjustable ANC go as low as US$95.45 (47% discount, only for the Navy color), the less sporty Elite 7 Pro go down to US$119.99, after a 40% discount. Both feature Alexa integr...

Codrut Nistor, 25 Nov 2022 18:05

Deal | Get up to 50% off a new Motorola Android smartphone for Black Friday 2022

Motorola US' online Black Friday 2022 deals include the opportunity to get Android devices such as the latest version of the Moto G Stylus at a 40% discount. It is joined by up-to-date members of the Edge series at nearly half the...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Nov 2022 17:02

Samsung adds Nvidia, Qualcomm and IBM to its 3 nm customer list, despite abysmal yields

To improve the 3 nm yields that are barely reaching 20%, Samsung started working with US-based company Silicon Frontline Technology that specializes in electrostatic discharge prevention methods. Samsung is also developing a secon...

Bogdan Solca, 25 Nov 2022 15:01

The Xiaomi 13 range is expected to bear much higher price tags than the Xiaomi 12 lineup. (Image source: @OnLeaks/Unsplash - edited)

Stark Xiaomi 13 price hike over Xiaomi 12 causes leaker to justify rationale

Reports out of China have suggested that Xiaomi will implement a considerable price hike for the upcoming Xiaomi 13 series over the previous-generation Xiaomi 12 devices. However, a noted leaker has offered some justification for ...

Daniel R Deakin, 24 Nov 2022 23:49

OPPO Reno9 and Reno9 Pro go live as Android 13 smartphones with 2021 SoCs in updated packages

OPPO has introduced a new, albeit iterative, generation of its Reno series of sub-flagship mobile devices. Nevertheless, the 9 and 9 Pro are keeping track of some prominent smartphone trends, refined dual rear cameras and an Andro...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Nov 2022 23:02

OPPO Reno9 Pro Plus debuts as the world's first 16GB RAM-only Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1-powered smartphone

The OPPO Reno9 Pro Plus (or Pro+) has launched with aims to become the most premium Android smartphone of its line thus far. To this end, it has become the only device in which the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is augmented by an in-house M...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Nov 2022 22:28

The Galaxy A34 appears to have thinner display bezels than its predecessors. (Image source: @OnLeaks & Giznext)

Samsung Galaxy A34 renders and dimensions leak online

High-resolution renders of the Samsung Galaxy A34 have surfaced, courtesy of @OnLeaks & Giznext. Arriving months ahead of the device’s presumed release window, the Galaxy A34 sports a few changes from the Galaxy A33 5G, including ...

Alex Alderson, 24 Nov 2022 16:25

Unihertz hopes to begin shipping pre-orders next month. (Image source: Unihertz)

Unihertz starts selling compact Jelly 2E smartphone for US$159.99 in multiple markets

The Unihertz Jelly 2E is now available to order, a few weeks after the company introduced the pocket smartphone. Equipped with a 3-inch display and a MediaTek Helio A22 SoC, the Unihertz Jelly 2E is a cheaper alternative to the re...

Alex Alderson, 24 Nov 2022 15:08

OnePlus sells the 10T in three SKUs. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Deal | OnePlus 10T: Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 flagship receives price cuts across all SKUs

Amazon and OnePlus have reduced the OnePlus 10T during Black Friday. Available for as little as US$575 on Amazon, the OnePlus 10T features the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1, a 120 Hz display and supports 150 W fast charging, among other...

Alex Alderson, 24 Nov 2022 14:31

The Xiaomi 12T Pro Daniel Arsham Edition comes with a matching box and accessories. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 12T Pro Daniel Arsham Edition introduced with unique and limited design

Xiaomi has presented a new version of the Xiaomi 12T Pro, roughly 6 weeks after releasing the standard Xiaomi 12T and Xiaomi 12T Pro. Produced in collaboration with Daniel Arsham, the Xiaomi 12T Pro Daniel Arsham Edition features ...

Alex Alderson, 24 Nov 2022 14:24

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is rumoured to feature an incredibly bright display (image via Smartprix)

Luminous Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra display could have a peak brightness of 2,200 nits

A new leak sheds some light on the Galaxy S23 Ultra's display specs. It will supposedly have a peak brightness of 2,200 nits, a touch sampling rate of 960 Hz and could be 45% more power efficient than the Galaxy S22 Ultra.

Anil Ganti, 24 Nov 2022 03:58

Honor 80 series debuts with an SE variant, up to 160MP main cameras and 66W SuperCharge

Honor has made the 80 SE, 80 and 80 Pro mid-range Android smartphones official today (November 23, 2022). Each has its own screen size and new and more or less 8-shaped rear camera hump, although only the 80 and 80 Pro benefit fro...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Nov 2022 22:48

It's unclear how Sony might implement LTPO technology with a potential Xperia 1 V phone. (Image source Sony (Xperia 1 IV)/Unsplash - edited)

Power-saving Sony Xperia 1 V may adopt new display technology claims leaker

An interesting rumor about the Sony Xperia 1 V has surfaced recently in regard to the 2023 flagship smartphone’s display. Apparently, Sony will introduce LTPO technology for the Xperia 1 V’s OLED panel, but the source of this info...

Daniel R Deakin, 23 Nov 2022 21:46

The Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro may debut within the next few days. (Image source: @OnLeaks & CompareDial)

Xiaomi 13: Lu Weibing teases new flagship series release later this month

Xiaomi may offer a glimpse of its next-generation flagships sooner than expected. While there had been rumours of a December release for the Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro, Lu Weibing, Xiaomi Group China President and Redmi General M...

Alex Alderson, 23 Nov 2022 17:53

The Motorola X40 will be the Chinese version of the Edge 40 Pro, former pictured. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Edge 40 Pro: Specifications detailed for Moto X40 global model

A well-known leaker has shared several specifications for the Edge 40 Pro, the Motorola X40’s global sibling. With the Motorola Edge 40 Pro retaining the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 of the Motorola X40, the former should also provide a 4,6...

Alex Alderson, 23 Nov 2022 17:45

Motorola will not release ‘Penang5G’ until next year. (Image source: Gadget Gang & Evan Blass)

Motorola ‘Penang5G’ leaks ahead of 2023 North American release

According to reports, Motorola has developed a new budget Android smartphone for release in North America. Due sometime next year, ‘Penang5G’ will be joined by ‘Penang4G’ and ‘Penang+’ too.

Alex Alderson, 23 Nov 2022 15:41

The OnePlus Ace launched just over 6 months ago in China. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Ace 2 specifications leak online with Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 and 100 W fast charging

A renowned leaker has shared specifications for the OnePlus Ace 2, a smartphone that is likely to launch in various markets under different names. Surprisingly, the OnePlus Ace 2 will be available with a flagship chipset, as well ...

Alex Alderson, 23 Nov 2022 15:16

The Magic Vs comes in Black, Cyan and Orange colourways. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Magic Vs: New flagship foldable lands in China as company reveals global launch window

Honor has launched the Magic Vs in China, a smartphone that the company claims ‘pushes industry benchmarks’ in not only design and performance, but also in user experience and display quality. Available from today in China for CNY...

Alex Alderson, 23 Nov 2022 10:32

The X90 series is complete. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo X90 and X90 Pro launch with the new MediaTek Dimensity 9200 SoC, Zeiss-tuned cameras and 120Hz AMOLED displays

Vivo's new X90 and X90 Pro series of premium smartphones has been unveiled with a top-end 1-inch sensor for a main camera, albeit only in the Pro model. The vanilla model has the same new display, ultra-fast charging and new proce...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Nov 2022 21:39

The Xiaomi 13 should launch with a 6.2-inch display and Qualcomm’s new flagship SoC. (Image source: @OnLeaks & CompareDial)

Xiaomi 13: Leaker describes new 50 MP camera sensor with OIS and 120 W fast charging for upcoming flagship

Xiaomi is expected to announce the Xiaomi 13 series in a few weeks, albeit only in China. In the meantime, Digital Chat Station has described several features of the Xiaomi 13, which will arrive with Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8...

Alex Alderson, 22 Nov 2022 20:21

The 782G has arrived. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm debuts the Snapdragon 782G as a refreshed mid-range mobile device SoC

The Snapdragon 782G is the latest mobile processor to be announced from Qualcomm, although sharp-eyed tech fans will be strongly reminded of some pre-existing platforms on reading its main specs. Then again, the "new" SoC may stil...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Nov 2022 17:18

The Vivo X90 Pro+ has been officially announced in China (image via Vivo)

Vivo X90 Pro+: Premium smartphone launched in China with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 1-inch camera sensor, custom ISP and an exorbitant price tag

Vivo has launched the high-end X90 Pro+ smartphone in China. It features a 1-inch Sony IMX989 sensor, a 64 MP periscope telephoto lens capable of 3.5x optical and 100x digital zoom, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, and a 4,700 mAh batter...

Anil Ganti, 22 Nov 2022 16:42

The Xiaomi Redmi K60, according to Xiaomiui. (Image source: Xiaomiui)

Xiaomi Redmi K60 concept renders showcase design of global POCO F5 model

Concept renders of the Redmi K60 have provided a look at what could be to come from one of Xiaomi's next flagship Redmi smartphones. Anticipated for an early 2023 release, the Redmi K60 should launch globally as the POCO F5, as th...

Alex Alderson, 22 Nov 2022 14:46

The Sony Xperia 5 III can be had for less than US$700 on Amazon (image via own)

Deal | Sony Xperia 5 III gets a hefty 35% price cut on Amazon

The Snapdragon 888-toting Sony Xperia 5 III can now be purchased on Amazon for just US$645, a full 35% lower than its retail price of US$999. The smartphone packs a Snapdragon 888, 6.1-inch OLED screen, three 12 MP rear cameras, a...

Anil Ganti, 22 Nov 2022 11:08

The Huawei Mate 50 Pro brings great innovations in the camera area, even without Leica branding. But the problems with the missing Google Services and 5G capabilities are big.

Huawei Mate 50 Pro impresses with great camera, but does not have 5G

Despite its outstanding camera capabilities, the Mate 50 Pro does not prove to be a smartphone for everyone. Read the following summary of our comprehensive review and its test results to find out why.

Florian Schmitt, 22 Nov 2022 09:46

Google Pixel 7 Pro: Why the Pro model is the better choice

Google is charging around US$150 extra for the Pixel 7 Pro compared to the smaller non-Pro model. Is the surcharge worth it? And if so, for whom? Once again, we provide comparisons to make the decision easier for you.

Daniel Schmidt, 22 Nov 2022 09:30

Smartphones, graphics cards, laptops and processors could get remarkably more expensive in the coming months (image via TSMC)

Next-gen electronics could be a lot more expensive as TSMC's 3 nm wafers cost US$20,000 apiece

A report from Digitimes says wafers produced on TSMC's upcoming N3 family (N3E, N3P, N3X) cost US$20,000 per unit. The additional costs will almost certainly be passed on to end users, resulting in more expensive smartphones, grap...

Anil Ganti, 22 Nov 2022 06:46

The Find X6 Pro might have a supersized camera hump. (Source: @SPinfo_blog)

OPPO Find X6 Pro tipped to become one of the thickest flagship Android smartphones of 2023

OPPO'S purported next-gen flagship Android smartphone, the Find X6 Pro, is now believed to have premium finish options that might include leather and ceramic in 2023. However, this potential appeal may have a catch: the device's p...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Nov 2022 20:28

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 reference design (Source: PCMag)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 benchmark results surface online

As the first wave of Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered handsets is still in the making, a reference handset coming from Qualcomm is showing noticeable improvements over existing mobile processors. The benchmarks reveal that the ...

Codrut Nistor, 21 Nov 2022 18:45

The Moto X40 is on the way. (Source: Motorola)

Motorola Moto X40 official AnTuTu Benchmark leak boasts of Dimensity 9200-killing performance

Motorola has started teasing the Moto X40 as its next-gen flagship Android smartphone, although it has yet to reveal a final design, launch date or even key specs for the device besides its possession of the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Nov 2022 17:55

The BMW-themed iQOO 11 lines up for its launch. (Source: iQOO MY)

iQOO 11 tipped to launch in Malaysia as well as China with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and an imaging co-processor

iQOO has indicated that its upcoming Android flagship smartphone with an upgrade to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC and exclusive BMW Motorsport branding is coming to Malaysia as well as China. Meanwhile, other leaks hint that the 11, ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Nov 2022 16:42

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G Android smartphone (Source: Samsung)

Deal | Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G discounted on Amazon by up to 36%

Released in early 2022, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888-powered Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G is now discounted on Amazon. The 256 GB variant is only available in Graphite with a 32% discount, while the 128 GB model comes with four color c...

Codrut Nistor, 21 Nov 2022 15:25

MIUI 14 teased as the most efficient Android-based OS before release

According to a Xiaomi executive responsible for the company's smartphone software, MIUI 14 will launch as a considerably more streamlined and less bloated OS than its predecessor. Not only has the executive teased that MIUI 14 wil...

Alex Alderson, 21 Nov 2022 14:02

Galaxy Z Flip4 has an improved hinge vs the Galaxy Z Flip3. (Source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 is up to US$300 off on Amazon

Amazon has slashed the price of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4. The device, which carries an MSRP of US$999 for the 128 GB version and US$1,059 for the 256 GB SKU, can now be had for as low as US$759. The phone was released in August...

Fawad Murtaza, 21 Nov 2022 12:50

OnePlus 10 Pro Android smartphone (Source: OnePlus)

Deal | OnePlus 10 Pro now available for up to 31% off on Amazon

Although not the flagship killer some expected, the OnePlus 10 Pro 5G is an interesting Android smartphone that Amazon's ongoing deals are making even more tempting. The discounts offered for this US unlocked handset co-developed ...

Codrut Nistor, 21 Nov 2022 12:44

The comparatively compact Sony Xperia 5 IV Android smartphone has finally gone on sale for the first time (Image: Sony)

Deal | Sleek Sony Xperia 5 IV smartphone with 3.5mm headphone jack and microSD slot gets rare 20% price cut

The well-made Xperia 5 IV has only been on the market for a few months, but the price of Sony's compact 6.1-inch flagship Android smartphone has already dropped by a noteworthy US$200 at multiple US retailers as part of the ongoin...

Enrico Frahn, 20 Nov 2022 23:28

Oukitel WP21 teased as an incoming dual-display rugged smartphone with a new MediaTek SoC, a large battery and fast charging

Oukitel has announced that the WP21 rugged smartphone will have 2 displays on its launch. Its extra rear-facing screen is a centerpiece for its camera hump, which also houses a 64MP main sensor. The WP21 is powered by one of Media...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Nov 2022 21:07

The A14 might look like this. (Source: OnLeaks x GizNext)

Rumor | Samsung Galaxy A14 5G appears alongside an M14 5G on Geekbench with the same new Exynos processor

The Galaxy A14 5G is thought to become one of Samsung's more affordable new smartphones of 2023. According to a new leak, it may have an M-series counterpart with the same new Exynos processor. Should that be the case, either devi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Nov 2022 20:21

A first glimpse of the Moto X40. (Source: Motorola)

Moto X40 officially backed to become Motorola's first-gen Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered Android smartphone

Motorola has started to tease the Moto X40 as an upcoming Android flagship smartphone that will upgrade to the latest top-end Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 platform from Qualcomm. The device - likely to launch as the Edge 40 Pro for the inte...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Nov 2022 17:22

Xiaomi Mi A1, broken but still alive thanks to multiple custom Android 13 ROMs (Source: Own)

The five-year-old Xiaomi Mi A1 is still alive thanks to multiple Android 13 ROMs

Released in September 2017, the Xiaomi Mi A1 is now half a decade old and one of the few Android 7 handsets that can run Android 13. Official software support for it stopped at Android One, but this Qualcomm Snapdragon 625-powered...

Codrut Nistor, 20 Nov 2022 16:56

OPPO "Pad 2" tipped to launch as a Dimensity 9000-powered tablet in early 2023

OPPO is now said to have a "Pad 2", or a tablet that will prove an upgrade on its first-gen predecessor with the high-end Dimensity 9000 SoC by MediaTek, in the works. The device is said to launch alongside its OEM's upcoming flag...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Nov 2022 16:34