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The Korean manufacturer expands its popular A series with another entry-level model in the form of the Galaxy A12 Nacho.

Review verdict on the Samsung Galaxy A12 Exynos: Is Samsung bad at making entry-level phones?

Our review of the Galaxy A12 Exynos revealed more than just pros for the Samsung smartphone. The Galaxy handset's shortcomings, some of which are significant, should be assessed before buying the Galaxy A12 (SM-A127F), since the e...

Marcus Herbrich, 28 Dec 2021 07:05

Want an OPPO Find N? This might be your only option. (Source: OnePlus)

Rumor | OPPO's new foldable smartphone will not be sold on the international market

OPPO's Find N may have attracted interest even outside its initial market of China due to its advanced foldable design at a surprisingly reasonable price. However, it seems the OEM has no plans to release the cutting-edge smartpho...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Dec 2021 18:03

Xiaomi 12 to launch with MIUI 13 pre-installed, Xiaomi confirms

Xiaomi will launch both the Xiaomi 12 series and MIUI 13 at its event tomorrow. The company has now also confirmed that the new flagship phones will come with MIUI 13 pre-installed, with prior information indicating an imminent OT...

Ricci Rox, 27 Dec 2021 12:11

Unsuspecting Poco M3 ends the year in a blaze of glory. (Source: Subhan Khan)

Another Xiaomi phone, this time a Poco M3 reportedly explodes without warning

Yet another device has now gone up in flames without warning. Following incidents with a Poco X3, Poco C3, Redmi 8, and Redmi Note 9 Pro over the course of the year, a Poco M3 has now also decided to walk the path of flames in Ind...

Ricci Rox, 27 Dec 2021 08:23

Not much new in the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE

Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE: Powerful but superfluous smartphone

The Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G New Edition (NE) turned out to be a sham in our review. Although it offers a few new features, there are no real advantages for the customer.

Daniel Schmidt, 27 Dec 2021 06:19

The Xiaomi 12 Pro supports HDR10+ and offers a brightness level of 1,500 nits. (Image source: Xiaomi/Weibo - edited)

Xiaomi 12 Pro product purchase page leaks with full specs and insane placeholder price

The full specs and shocking placeholder price tag for the Xiaomi 12 Pro have been leaked onto Chinese social media ahead of launch. While many of the Xiaomi 12 Pro specs had already been leaked, the images in this leak seem to hav...

Daniel R Deakin, 27 Dec 2021 05:59

The Nokia X10 upgrades to Android 12

Nokia launched the X10 approximately 8 months ago with promises of prolonged and comprehensive software support. Now, the HMD Global brand has upheld this pledge with an upgrade to the latest version of Android for the mid-range s...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Dec 2021 17:54

The Samsung Galaxy S20 series' next software update is slated to be stable One UI 4

Samsung's early-2019 line of flagship smartphones have had access to the OEM's latest versions of Android, albeit as beta builds. Now, a new leak from an official source allegedly indicates that they will be supplanted by an inaug...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Dec 2021 17:00

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 in the Moto Edge X30 flounders.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 disappoints in early real-world gaming tests

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is Qualcomm's most powerful chipset yet. On paper, at least, as a gaming test has shown that the chipset fails to keep up in terms of sustained performance, as it succumbs to high temperatures, heavy power c...

Ricci Rox, 26 Dec 2021 16:20

Motorola starts to tease the next Razr. (Source: Motorola)

Motorola’s Razr is on the way back (again) with a new generation slated for potentially crucial improvements in multiple areas

Motorola sought to build on lingering Razr nostalgia to push the series’ inaugural foldable version, although this world-first did not exactly meet with universal acclaim. Nevertheless, the OEM has just announced that it is not gi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Dec 2021 15:07

The Xiaomi 12 in the flesh. (Source: @Zealer)

Leaked Xiaomi 12 live image brings excitement in spades thanks to a clean design

Xiaomi has already taken to teasing the Xiaomi 12 and its bigger, more expensive sibling, the Xiaomi 12 Pro, ahead of their December 28 debut. A new leak has now provided the first close look at the vanilla Xiaomi 12 in the flesh,...

Ricci Rox, 26 Dec 2021 14:22

The iPhone SE 3 could look quite like the iPhone 11. (Source: TechCrunch)

Rumor | iPhone SE 3: Leak raises hype for Apple's reportedly iPhone 11-inspired compact phone

A new leak has now revealed some more details on the upcoming iPhone SE 3. The phone will apparently be inspired by the iPhone 11, and will be powered by an A15 Bionic, albeit a detuned version of the chipset. Launch remains pegge...

Ricci Rox, 26 Dec 2021 08:46

MIUI 13 is expected to reach devices in the Mi 10 and Mi 11 ranges and the Redmi Note 10 series. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

MIUI 13 official launch date and time confirmed along with claims of big app improvements over MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition

Xiaomi has confirmed the launch date and time for its latest mobile operating system overlay, MIUI 13. As previously expected, the skin will be launched on December 28 at a Xiaomi event taking place in China. Promo material for MI...

Daniel R Deakin, 26 Dec 2021 05:32

The Samsung Galaxy A03s offers nice little details, but it's inferior to other phones in terms of features.

Samsung Galaxy A03s: This low-priced phone can stream in HD

The Samsung Galaxy A03s impresses with its many positives, but there were also points of criticism in our review, especially in terms of connectivity. Read on to find a summary of our findings.

Florian Schmitt, 25 Dec 2021 21:43

A new "Samsung Tri-Fold" render. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Samsung patents what might be its best shot at the tri-folding device of the future yet

It may be Christmas Day for many today (December 25, 2021); however, it seems Samsung's innovation continues apace regardless. The OEM has had a patent for a new folding-display device approved by the World Intellectual Property O...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Dec 2021 14:51

The iQOO 9 Pro might look like this. (Source: iQOO)

Update | iQOO 9 series: new leaks and teasers reveal design, display and camera specs for the new flagship phones

iQOO has confirmed that it will launch at least one smartphone based on the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 top-end processor. Now, according to the latest leaks and rumors, these devices will be called the 9 and 9 Pro, and will come with ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Dec 2021 14:09

Camera details of the Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro revealed officially

The Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro have been confirmed for a December 28 launch in China. Both phones will feature 50 MP main cameras but all 50 MP sensors aren't built the same, and it appears the Xiaomi 12 will get the short end of...

Ricci Rox, 25 Dec 2021 12:09

The ARM Mali-G710 MP10 in the Dimensity 9000 beat the GPUs in the SD865 and Apple A15. (Image source: MediaTek/Qualcomm/Apple - edited)

ARM vs Adreno vs Apple: Dimensity 9000 ARM Mali-G710 MP10 GPU tops astonishing efficiency chart

The ARM Mali-G710 MP10 has topped a comparison chart of top mobile SoC GPUs in terms of efficiency measured by FPS/Watt. The astonishing chart, created using the GFXBench 3.1 benchmark, also reveals surprising positions for the GP...

Daniel R Deakin, 24 Dec 2021 23:57

One - or both - of these is the GT2 Pro. (Source: Realme, OnLeaks)

Rumor | Realme will release three different versions of the GT2 Pro

The Realme GT2 Pro will be one of the world’s first Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-based Android phones in the world on it early 2022 launch. Now, a reliable leaker asserts that the OEM has made no less than 3 different versions of this devic...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Dec 2021 22:06

A dummy Galaxy S22 Ultra unit next to the Galaxy S21 Ultra. (Image source: GSMArena)

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra: 108 MP ISOCELL HM3 camera improvements outlined in new leaks

Reportedly, Samsung has turned to hardware and software refinements to pull even better performance from its 108 MP ISOCELL HM3 camera sensor. The improvements will debut in the Galaxy S22 Ultra, also thought to be called the Gala...

Alex Alderson, 24 Dec 2021 20:37

Xiaomi will integrate a new in-house chip in the Xiaomi 12 Pro. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 12 Pro: 120 W fast charging could be exclusive to Pro smartphone during December 28 launch with new Surge P1 chip

Xiaomi has confirmed that it will be bringing 120 W fast charging to the Xiaomi 12 Pro, due on December 28. A new in-house chip, Surge P1, will allow the Xiaomi 12 Pro to recharge at over 100 W, but the Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12X co...

Alex Alderson, 24 Dec 2021 19:48

The Xiaomi 12 should be available in four colours. (Image source: @evleaks)

Updated | Xiaomi 12: Leaked official promotional pictures show 50 MP camera, triple camera array and two colourways

The Xiaomi 12 will arrive on December 28, but Evan Blass has already leaked several official promotional pictures. The leak confirms that the Xiaomi 12 has a 50 MP primary camera, a textured back panel and at least four colour opt...

Alex Alderson, 24 Dec 2021 18:53

Lenovo is poised to re-brand its Legion gaming phones for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 era

Lenovo's contenders in the Android gaming flagships have been known as the Legion Phones or Legion Phone Duel devices, depending on their market. Now, however, the company has hinted that it is arranging a new name for the next in...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Dec 2021 17:59

Huawei has unveiled the P50 Pocket in China and globally. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei P50 Pocket launched for ~US$1,410 with a Snapdragon 888 4G SoC and a 120 Hz display

Huawei has unveiled the P50 Pocket globally, a clamshell smartphone with a 6.9-inch display when unfolded. The P50 Pocket also has a 4,000 mAh battery, four cameras and a Snapdragon 888 4G SoC. The P50 Pocket does not come cheap t...

Alex Alderson, 23 Dec 2021 19:56

Leaked Xiaomi 12 renders. (Source: OnLeaks X Zouton US)

Rumor | Xiaomi 12: Leak purports to reveal major specs and pricing details of the upcoming Xiaomi flagship

Details of the Xiaomi 12 series are mostly unconfirmed with the exception of Xiaomi's marketed display specifications. A new leak from China purports to lay the vanilla Xiaomi 12 bare, though, by revealing its specs and pricing ah...

Ricci Rox, 23 Dec 2021 14:44

Motorola is expected to update 30 devices to Android 12. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola confirms Android 12 update plan for 30 smartphones

Motorola has confirmed that it plans to update at least 30 smartphones to Android 12. Some older smartphones have missed the cut, including those released in 2019. Motorola's foldable smartphones will receive Android 12, though.

Alex Alderson, 23 Dec 2021 12:50

The Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 Ultra, not the Galaxy S22 Note. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Galaxy Unpacked and launch dates for the Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 Ultra delayed as Galaxy S22 Note name gets debunked

Reportedly, Samsung has delayed the Galaxy Unpacked and launch dates for the Galaxy S22 series. A separate leak has revealed a Galaxy S22 series marketing poster that seemingly debunked the idea that Samsung will release its premi...

Alex Alderson, 23 Dec 2021 12:31

The Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi reveals details of the Xiaomi 12 Pro's premium display ahead of launch

The Xiaomi 12 Pro is set to make its grand debut alongside the Xiaomi 12 next week and Xiaomi has now also revealed some information on the flagship phone's display. While the regular Xiaomi 12 uses a small FHD+ display made by Hu...

Ricci Rox, 23 Dec 2021 10:40

The Xiaomi isn't as wide as the iPhone 13. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi hypes up the Xiaomi 12's display with a series of teasers as first hands-on image surface

The Xiaomi 12 will make its debut on December 28 and Xiaomi is now marketing the phone ahead of launch. The company appears to believe that the Xiaomi 12's screen is its biggest selling point, and is strongly pushing the phone's c...

Ricci Rox, 22 Dec 2021 23:19

Honor's first-gen foldable. (Source: Honor via Weibo)

Honor confirms its first foldable is on the way, under an unexpected new name

Honor has just announced that its long-awaited first-gen foldable smartphone will be here soon. This "flagship" has been rumored to be called either the Magic Fold or Magic X - however, the company has now confirmed that its name ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2021 19:26

The OnePlus 10 Pro might look like this. (Source: WaqarKhanHD)

OnePlus 10 Pro: "LTPO 2.0" technology for the flagship phone's display is confirmed

OnePlus' CEO, Pete Lau, has just confirmed that the brand's upcoming 10 Pro flagship will be unveiled in early 2022. Now, the exec has taken to Weibo again to tease the smartphone's display in terms of what may be one of its most ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2021 17:36

iPhone 13 units made in India are now slated to become available from 2022

Foxconn's plant located in Chennai, India is reportedly preparing to manufacture the vanilla iPhone 13 from early 2022. This new production run for the flagship device is projected to fuel exports as well as national sales, thus p...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2021 16:28

Is this the GT2 Pro? (Source: Realme via Vogue IT)

Realme finally confirms a GT2 series launch alongside a leak-crushing new fashion-forward teaser

Realme has finally set a date for a formal GT2 flagship smartphone series launch. Meanwhile, its latest official teaser comes in the form of an entire piece commissioned in Vogue Italy, for the devices' "world-first" finish, now r...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2021 15:54

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Samsung Galaxy A83: Concept renders offer a look at triple camera smartphone set for release in early 2022

Rumour has it that Samsung is preparing to release a Galaxy A83, seemingly the successor to the Quantum 2. The device is tipped to feature a 120 Hz display, along with an ISOCELL GN5 as its primary camera.

Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2021 14:37

The Samsung Galaxy A72. (Source: NextPit)

Samsung Galaxy A72, A52, A52 5G, A52s 5G reportedly set for imminent Android 12 release

The Galaxy A52 series offers some of Samsung's best-selling devices, so it's no surprise that the company is also prioritizing software development for the lineup. According to a new report, the Galaxy A52, A52 5G, A52s 5G, and A7...

Ricci Rox, 22 Dec 2021 08:06

Two years after the introduction of the Redmi Note 8, Xiaomi presents a new version of its bestselling smartphone.

Test verdict on the Redmi Note 8 2021 - The previous "display dream" now with a weak panel

With its Redmi Note 8 2021 entry-level smartphone, Xiaomi hardly succeeded in creating a real upgrade compared to the Redmi Note 8 from 2019. However, the Xiaomi smartphone is still able to keep up with the affordable Galaxy compe...

Marcus Herbrich, 21 Dec 2021 21:18

iQOO launches the Neo5S and 5 SE smartphones with high-end Snapdragon chipsets and a new UI based on Android 12

iQOO's latest smartphones are new variants of its Neo5 series. The 5S has the Snapdragon 888 SoC, paired to an "innovative" thermal management system touted to incorporate rare-earth elements for advanced heat dissipation. The 5 S...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Dec 2021 18:29

A new OnePlus 10 Pro render. (Source: WaqarKhanTech)

OnePlus 10 Pro: A January 2022 launch is all but confirmed for the upcoming flagship smartphone

The next top-end smartphone from OnePlus is thought to be called the 10 Pro. Now, the OEM's CEO, Pete Lau, has confirmed this product name, in a Weibo post strongly hinting at a launch for the device in very early 2022. Then again...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Dec 2021 17:39

The Xiaomi 12 Pro and Xiaomi 12, left to right. (Image source: Weibo)

Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro designs revealed in official teaser as release date and Xiaomi 12X are also confirmed

Xiaomi has lifted the lid on the Xiaomi 12 series, which will include at least the Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12X and the Xiaomi 12 Pro. Not only has Xiaomi confirmed when it will reveal the Xiaomi 12 series, but it has also showcased what...

Alex Alderson, 21 Dec 2021 14:35

The GT2 series' new features. (Source: Realme)

Realme unveils the GT2 Pro's three "world's first" features

Realme had hinted at a GT2 series event set for today (December 20, 2021). However, the OEM has not unveiled the flagship smartphones in question as it has confirmed the nature of its 3 industry-first "innovations". This presentat...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Dec 2021 00:12

The S21 FE's possible color options. (Source: Samsung)

Rumor | Samsung inadvertently reveals Galaxy S21 FE pricing for Europe ahead of its launch

A first-party Samsung webstore has reportedly listed the long-awaited Galaxy S21 FE early by accident. The listing in question has now been pulled, but not before allegedly yielding a real-world price in euros for one of the smart...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Dec 2021 23:16

MIUI 13 should be joined by Android 12 for Xiaomi's initial rollout. (Image source: Xiaomiui)

Xiaomi to upgrade 20 devices to MIUI 13 and Android 12 outside China in initial upgrade rollout

Not only is Xiaomi preparing to upgrade numerous devices to MIUI 13 in China, but it is also readying equivalent builds for global audiences. Initially, Xiaomi will upgrade 20 devices to both MIUI 13 and Android 12, including the ...

Alex Alderson, 20 Dec 2021 18:35

The MediaTek Dimensity 9000 outperforms the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek Dimensity 9000 vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 vs Apple A15 Bionic: The underdog fights back

A new set of benchmarks have now provided the closest look yet at the performance difference between the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, MediaTek Dimensity 9000, and the king of the hill, Apple's A15 Bionic. MediaTek's rise to the top continu...

Ricci Rox, 20 Dec 2021 13:42

Huawei should launch the P50 Pocket in two colours. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei P50 Pocket camera details revealed as front design showcased in a new official teaser

The arrival of the P50 Pocket is a few days away. Ahead of its pre-Christmas debut, Huawei has published another teaser, this time with an official marketing render. A renowned Huawei leaker has detailed the camera hardware that t...

Alex Alderson, 20 Dec 2021 12:50

The Huawei P50 Pro managed to keep up with the Google 6 Pro in most of the app speed tests. (Image source: Huawei/Google - edited)

Huawei P50 Pro vs Google Pixel 6 Pro: Aging Kirin 9000 stands up admirably against Tensor SoC in speed test

A speed test between the Huawei P50 Pro and Google Pixel 6 Pro has left a very close final result, with the Tensor SoC in the Google smartphone just pipping the Kirin 9000 chip in the Chinese device. The Pixel 6 Pro’s Tensor chip ...

Daniel R Deakin, 20 Dec 2021 06:10

The Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 Note. (Image source: BOX UK)

Retailer reveals Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 Note case designs plus a new green colourway ahead of February's Galaxy Unpacked event

According to a UK retailer, Samsung is preparing to release over 70 accessories for the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus and the Galaxy S22 Note. A deep green colourway should be heading to the Galaxy S22 Note too, based on an official...

Alex Alderson, 20 Dec 2021 02:08