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The Galaxy S25 FE is said to come with a slightly larger battery than the Galaxy S24 FE pictured here (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Update | Latest Galaxy S25 FE leak brings disappointing battery update

Samsung may have sacrificed battery life for the sake of slimming down the Galaxy S25 FE. The latest leak hints at a 200 mAh lower battery capacity than the Galaxy S24 FE.Starting August 3, the original Switch, Switch OLED, and Sw...

Vineet Washington, 01 Aug 2025 19:32

Rising sales have resulted in a record quarter for Apple. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPhone selling like hot cakes thanks to Trump

Whatever you think of the tariff policies of incumbent US President Donald Trump, they're currently helping Apple CEO Tim Cook achieve new record sales figures. iPhone sales have increased by over 13% year-on-year.

Matthias Zellmer, 01 Aug 2025 18:35

Unofficial render of Galaxy A17 in three color variants. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Galaxy A17 specs leaked: Thinner and lighter phone with OIS

The Galaxy A17 is expected to come with the same Exynos SoC as the Galaxy A16, but with a few notable improvements in durability, dimensions, and the camera department. The phone could be unveiled in October but Samsung has not sh...

Vineet Washington, 01 Aug 2025 18:23

The Motorola Edge 60 Pro is now available with a wooden finish in China. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Edge 60 Pro gets a wooden variant but it's exclusive to one region

Motorola has announced a new material finish for the Edge 60 Pro in China. The phone, which was announced back in April in three colors and two material finishes, joins the Razr 60 Ultra as Motorola's 2025 smartphones with a real ...

Habeeb Onawole, 01 Aug 2025 13:29

The Vivo T4R smartphone features a 50 MP primary camera (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo T4R debuts with quad-curved AMOLED display and Dimensity 7400 chipset

The Vivo T4R is a new smartphone in the T4 series that carries an affordable price tag and comes in arctic white and twilight blue color options. The smartphone features a 120 Hz AMOLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chipset, ...

Abhinav Fating, 01 Aug 2025 11:37

Front and back photos of the exploded Redmi Note 13 Pro (Image source: Sri Varshan; edited)

Redmi phone explodes during regular use, Xiaomi blames owner

An Indian Redditor, Sri Varshan, has taken to the platform to seek advice on how to go about challenging Xiaomi's judgment after Xiaomi blamed his friend for the explosion of his phone. Xiaomi's service center absolved itself of a...

Chibuike Okpara, 01 Aug 2025 04:52

The Galaxy Z Flip7 is reportedly able to withstand 500,000 folds. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 expected to be as durable as Fold 7, but cold winters will shorten its lifespan by 88%

Although the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has not received as extensive a design upgrade as the Galaxy Z Fold7, the cheaper flip phone is expected to reach the same long service life. However, using the smartphone in particularly cold t...

Hannes Brecher, 31 Jul 2025 23:51

The Honor Magic 8 Ultra should have a more advanced camera configuration than the Honor Magic 7 Pro (pictured). (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Leaker reveals there'll be an Honor Magic 8 Ultra

The Honor Magic 8 series might be quite a large one as a new report has revealed a fifth model called the Honor Magic 8 Ultra. The Ultra model will join the standard version, a pro model, a mini model, and a max version with a rum...

Habeeb Onawole, 31 Jul 2025 23:09

A replacement for the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus, pictured, is expected to arrive in two forms this August. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro and Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus surface in new leaks amid rumours of August releases

According to recent reports, Xiaomi is preparing to release the Redmi Note 15 Pro and Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus next month in its home market. In the meantime, the pair have been spotted in new leaks with a curious wired charging dow...

Alex Alderson, 31 Jul 2025 20:47

Unofficial renders of the Galaxy S25 FE show the phone looks a lot like the Galaxy S24 FE. (Image source: SammyGuru)

Samsung confirms Galaxy S25 FE will launch earlier than last year’s FE model

The Galaxy S25 FE is expected to arrive earlier than the previous generation, which broke cover in late September. The upcoming phone is expected to come with minimal design changes, but with some notable internal improvements.

Vineet Washington, 31 Jul 2025 20:10

Oppo Reno15 Pro tipped to launch with new 200MP camera from Samsung

Oppo is now believed to have secured a new 200MP sensor for its upcoming Find X9 Pro flagship - and for its subsequent mid-range equivalent, the Reno15 Pro. The two Android smartphones are thought to use the same huge Samsung cam...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Jul 2025 20:04

The world's first iQoo 15 teaser. (Image source: iQoo)

iQoo to kick-start next-gen flagship smartphone pre-launch campaign at August 2025 event

iQoo's next flagship Android smartphones is thought to equip a new top-end processor projected to launch in September 2025. Despite that, the brand has indicated that it intends to start teasing the 15 series imminently, starting ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Jul 2025 19:19

In 2026, flagship killer phones, such as those from OnePlus, may opt for a Qualcomm alternative over the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2. (Image source: Ace100xd)

Flagship killer phones 2026 may favour cheaper Qualcomm processor over Snapdragon 8 Elite 2

Chip prices have been steadily rising over the years, particularly in the top-tier segment. Expected to launch within weeks, the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 could significantly impact official pricing for upcoming Android flagships, such...

Alexander Fagot, 31 Jul 2025 13:40

Samsung's next-gen non-Ultra phones will get a battery upgrade (pictured: Galaxy S25 Edge; image source: Notebookcheck)

Galaxy S26 Pro and Galaxy S26 Edge tipped to arrive with minor battery upgrades

A new report reveals the likely battery capacities of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 Edge and Galaxy S26 Pro. Both will get a much-needed upgrade over their last-gen counterparts.

Anil Ganti, 31 Jul 2025 13:29

iQOO Z10 Turbo+ will launch on August 7 in China. Pictured: the gaming phone. (Image source: iQOO - edited)

Z10 Turbo+: New iQOO flagship gaming phone confirmed to pack plus-sized battery

iQOO is gearing up to launch a new gaming phone, the Z10 Turbo+. As the company has revealed, it will be a flagship smartphone with the Dimensity 9400+ and a large-sized 8,000 mAh battery with support for 90 W fast charging.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 31 Jul 2025 13:04

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Flip 7: Redditor’s 'disappointing camera' complaints draw agreement before post is removed

Samsung officially launched its latest generation of foldables on July 9, with 3 devices on roll call: Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, and Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE. These devices have received their fair share of criticism for reasons...

Chibuike Okpara, 31 Jul 2025 08:58

OnePlus Ace 6 Pro tipped to launch with new flagship-adjacent Snapdragon chipset

Qualcomm is thought to launch a new addition to the Snapdragon series of chipsets for smartphones that might be a hybrid of the preceding 8 Elite flagship and its upcoming successor the 8 Elite 2. A new leak hints strongly that th...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jul 2025 21:41

Xiaomi is expected to replace the Xiaomi 15 Pro, pictured, this September. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 16 Pro: New periscope telephoto camera upgrade tipped with dedicated macro mode also rumoured

A new report claims to have reeaeld Xiaomi's chosen periscope telephoto camera for this year's Xiaomi 16 Pro. The camera upgrade is not expected to grace the smaller Xiaomi 16 though, which will miss out on periscope telephoto opt...

Alex Alderson, 30 Jul 2025 20:00

A concept render of how the Galaxy S26 Ultra could look. (Image source: Reddit)

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: New leak reveals Samsung's favoured chipset for next Ultra smartphone

The Galaxy S26 series is not due to arrive until early next year. Nonetheless, a new leak has highlighted which chipset Samsung has chosen for its next Galaxy S Ultra smartphone that will replace the Galaxy S25 Ultra in January 20...

Alex Alderson, 30 Jul 2025 19:47

World-first dual 200MP smartphone camera tech might be exclusive to Honor in 2025

Honor is now thought to replace its top-end Magic7 RSR Porsche Design Android smartphone with one of a much more predictable suffix in 2025. Despite that, it might take on other rumored top-end camera monsters such as the Xiaomi 1...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jul 2025 16:24

The Moto G86 Power smartphone is available in Pantone Spellbound, Pantone Golden Cypress, and Pantone Cosmic Sky colorways (Image source: Motorola)

Moto G86 Power: Motorola’s new mid-range smartphone goes official in India with Dimensity 7400 SoC

Motorola has officially launched a new mid-range smartphone, the Moto G86 Power, in the Indian market. The smartphone is equipped with a Dimensity 7400 chipset, a 6,720 mAh battery, a 120 Hz pOLED display, and a 50 MP OIS-enabled ...

Abhinav Fating, 30 Jul 2025 15:53

The Vivo X Fold5 foldable smartphone is now available for purchase in India (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X Fold5 now available in India

Vivo’s newly launched X Fold5 foldable smartphone is now officially available for purchase in India via Vivo’s official website. The company’s latest X Fold5 foldable comes with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, a huge 6,000 mAh bat...

Abhinav Fating, 30 Jul 2025 11:25

The Pixel 10 (pictured) will not require a magnetic case for magnetic wireless charging. (Image source: Evan Blass)

Latest Pixel 10 leak shows magnetic wireless charging support without the need for a case

The Pixel 10 series will support magnetic wireless charging without the need for a special case according to a leaked image. This makes Google the second manufacturer after HMD to offer magnetic wireless charging without relying o...

Habeeb Onawole, 30 Jul 2025 07:52

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra will get a fast charging upgrade to 60 watts (Image source: TT Technology)

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Firmware analysis confirms 60-watt fast charging and One UI 8.5

What has been discovered in an early firmware for the Galaxy S26 Ultra is almost as good as an official confirmation from Samsung itself. It contains traces of One UI 8.5 and hints that the S25 Ultra successor will be able to char...

Alexander Fagot, 30 Jul 2025 03:38

The pictured Motorola Moto G05 is apparently getting a successor (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Moto G06: Leak reveals price and specifications

Motorola will apparently introduce a new mid-range smartphone in the near future. The Moto G06 has already been listed by a retailer for prices starting at €123. The online shop has also confirmed some specifications.

Hannes Brecher, 30 Jul 2025 03:21

The Redmi 15 5G will be available in at least three colors, including "Sandy Purple." (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G coming soon with gigantic 7,000 mAh battery that also doubles as power bank

A 7,000 mAh battery, a 144 Hz display and a modern Snapdragon chip in a thin mid-range smartphone: Xiaomi promises nothing less for the Redmi 15 5G, which is scheduled to be officially unveiled in a few weeks. A teaser website now...

Hannes Brecher, 29 Jul 2025 23:51

The Poco X7 Pro, pictured, may not be replaced until early 2026. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro rears its head again before global launch

The Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro has taken a step closer to being released globally. Having appeared on IMEI databases earlier this week, the same device has now been spotted receiving regulatory body approval from the EEC. Apparently a re-...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jul 2025 23:09

Xiaomi plans to offer a global successor to the Xiaomi 14T, pictured. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 15T confirmed to receive global release along with Xiaomi 15T Pro

New leaks have highlighted that Xiaomi will be replacing the Xiaomi 14T later this year with a direct successor. Likely launching alongside the Xiaomi 15T Pro that has surfaced online several times recently, the presumably cheaper...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jul 2025 21:07

Xiaomi is tipped to replace the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus, pictured, with two versions of the Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus Special Edition model surfaces with Redmi series first

It seems that Xiaomi will be bringing another flagship feature to its mid-range Redmi Note series later this year. Starting with the Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus, Xiaomi is expected to offer satellite messaging support by way of a dedic...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jul 2025 20:47

A "Find X9 Pro" schematic. (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Oppo Find X9 Pro packs huge battery and fast wireless charging in new leak

The Oppo Find X9 Pro might be around the same size as its X8 Pro predecessor, and pack the same extra-fast custom wireless charging tech in a second-gen IP68/69-rated chassis. That might be where the similarities between the two A...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jul 2025 20:16

A folding iPhone (perhaps similar to this AI-generated render) could be launching next year, according to JPMorgan. (Image source: AI-generated)

Foldable iPhone slated for September 2026, per JPMorgan

According to market researchers from JPMorgan, Apple will release a folding iPhone in September 2026. That puts the folding iPhone launch alongside the iPhone 18, although the rumored foldable will likely cost quite a bit more.

Sam Medley, 29 Jul 2025 19:13

Galaxy S25 (left) and Galaxy S25 Plus (right). (Image source: Samsung)

Report: Samsung could drop the Galaxy S26 altogether for a more premium lineup

Just replacing the Galaxy S26 Plus with the Galaxy S26 Edge wasn’t apparently enough for Samsung. Looks like there won’t be a base Galaxy S26, but a Galaxy S26 pro, instead.

Vineet Washington, 29 Jul 2025 18:52

The "Meizu 22" in the wild. (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Meizu risks losing its flagship smartphone edge to next-gen devices in new report

Meizu is now definitively at the back of the pack in terms of releasing smartphones with the top-end Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. The "22" is thought to have a specific selling point when it does eventually launch - although it m...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jul 2025 18:50

iQoo crams 8,000mAh battery into familiar chassis in new smartphone leak

A new leak purports to confirm that iQoo will launch its first ever 8,000mAh battery smartphone soon. The Android device in question is apparently not to be a brand flagship - although it will look like one, according to this late...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jul 2025 18:27

The Xiaomi 16 Pro Max is said to feature two new camera sensors, along with a massive 7,500 mAh battery. (Image source: Ace100xd)

Xiaomi 16 Pro Max: Larger Leica camera sensors revealed alongside other specs such as huge 7,500 mAh battery

Following the recent release of exciting details about the Xiaomi 16 Ultra, the same, reliable leaker has now also provided hints about the Xiaomi 16 Pro Max, which is set to launch much earlier and is likely to combine a large 6....

Alexander Fagot, 29 Jul 2025 17:25

Ayaneo has only teased a silhouette of its first gaming smartphone so far. (Image source: Ayaneo - edited)

Ayaneo Phone teased as Xperia Play throwback for gaming smartphone fans

Ayaneo has confirmed that it is moving into the world of smartphones. By the looks of things, the eponymous Ayaneo Phone will mark a return to the sliding form factor that Sony Ericsson pioneered over 14 years ago with the Xperia ...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jul 2025 17:00

Artistic image of the Exynos 2500 mobile SoC. (Image source: Samsung)

Galaxy S26 series: Exynos 2600 tipped to get a better cooling solution

Samsung could be making headways into solving the heating issues with its Exynos chips, at least with the Exynos 2600. A new report states that the company has incorporated a ‘heat pass block’ on top of the chip for better heat di...

Vineet Washington, 29 Jul 2025 16:33

An illustration. $300 CMF Phone 2 Pro went against the Sony Xperia 1 VII (Image source: DrMoRobot/Canva and Geralt/Pixabay; edited)

Camera battle: $300 phone knocks out $1,870 phone and Samsung wins

Versus posted a camera test video two weeks ago on its YouTube channel. The video featured the results of a series of blind tests conducted with the participation of its YouTube community, using photos from 12 different phones.

Chibuike Okpara, 29 Jul 2025 13:56

The Redmi Note 14 SE in one of its three launch colours. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 SE officially launches with pricing also revealed before full release

Xiaomi has now launched its latest Redmi Note 14 smartphone in India. Available to pre-order in a choice of three colour options, the Redmi Note 14 SE is not necessarily the entirely new smartphone that Xiaomi implies, though.

Alex Alderson, 29 Jul 2025 01:11

The 10 Mini costs around $25 in China. Pictured: the power adapter. (Image source: Cuktech - edited)

Cuktech 10 Mini launches as new compact charger with 120 W fast charging support

The Cuktech 10 Mini has launched in China as a new compact charger supporting up to 120 W fast charging. It features a three-port design with two USB-C ports, and it's said to be 38% smaller than regular chargers with the same pow...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Jul 2025 17:00

The Moto G86 Power for India (pictured) will be announced on July 30. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola will launch the Moto G86 Power in India but with different specifications

The Moto G86 Power was launched in the UK and Europe in May. It will now be heading to India but with a few different specifications from that of the European version.

Habeeb Onawole, 28 Jul 2025 16:27

The Samsung Galaxy A07 appears to feature only minor design changes. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy A07 leak reveals 40% faster processor for entry-level smartphone

Samsung is reportedly planning to release a new entry-level smartphone soon: the Galaxy A07. According to a recent leak, the device will feature extended update support and a processor that is 40% faster than its predecessor – all...

Hannes Brecher, 28 Jul 2025 16:23

The Vivo V60 offers a 6,500 mAh battery in a relatively thin body. (Image source: Vivo, edited)

Vivo V60 about to launch as mid-range smartphone with 6,500 mAh battery and 50 MP periscope telephoto camera

The Vivo V60, a brand-new mid-range smartphone, is set to launch soon. It's expected to boast a particularly large 6,500 mAh battery and a 50-MP periscope telephoto camera in a relatively slim body. Vivo is now previewing the smar...

Hannes Brecher, 28 Jul 2025 16:01

The Vivo Y400, pictured here in the Purple Dusk color, will have IP68 and IP69 ingress protection ratings (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo Y400 specs listed online, will arrive with 6,000 mAh battery and 6-meter water submersion resistance

The Vivo Y400 will feature a 120 Hz Full HD+ AMOLED screen, a 6,000 mAh battery, and a 50-megapixel primary camera sensor. However, perhaps the most intriguing selling point is its water resistance, with the company claiming that ...

Tudor Cibean, 28 Jul 2025 16:01

The "restrained" nature of this design addresses the technical limitations of modular phones. Pictured: the concept phone. (Image source: Mechanical Pixel)

Mechanical Pixel shows off modular phone concept with 'restrained' design

While the market still has phones with some modularity, designs similar to Google's Project ARA are yet to make a proper comeback. With a similar idea, Mechanical Pixel has shown off a concept modular phone, but it has a rather "r...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Jul 2025 15:44

Xiaomi's model numbers suggest that at least the Redmi Turbo 5 could debut this November, Poco X7 Pro pictured. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 and Poco X8 Pro revealed in early leaks with global release confirmed

Early details about two of Xiaomi's next Redmi Turbo and Poco X smartphones have emerged online. Allegedly the Redmi Turbo 5 and Poco X8 Pro, the pair appear to be two variants of the same device. At least the Poco X8 Pro should r...

Alex Alderson, 28 Jul 2025 15:15

The follow-up to the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (pictured here) will reportedly feature a true continuous zoom camera with a 200 MP sensor. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 16 Ultra to debut Leica camera with true optical zoom and 200 MP, says trusted leaker

If a reputable leaker’s recent claims turn out to be accurate, a minor sensation could be in the making. Rumours about the Xiaomi 15 Ultra’s successor receiving a continuous zoom camera are apparently true. The leaker has even pro...

Alexander Fagot, 28 Jul 2025 12:51

The Google Pixel 6a's battery could still pose a fire risk despite the update. (Image source: footymanageraddict, Reddit)

Google Pixel 6a catches on fire despite battery update

The battery life of the Google Pixel 6a has recently been significantly reduced by a forced update. However, the patch is apparently unable to completely prevent battery fires, as at least one user has now reported that a Pixel 6a...

Hannes Brecher, 28 Jul 2025 12:25

Samsung Fold Z 7 -JerryRigEverything video thumbnail (image source: @JerryRigEverything)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 durability tested by JerryRigEverything

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 gains a slimmer case, lighter Armor Flex hinge, and Gorilla Glass upgrades, but JerryRigEverything’s testing confirms the inner display still scratches at level 2 and suffers from burn-in. The foldable wi...

Sebastian Jankowski, 27 Jul 2025 23:04