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An iPhone 13 Pro goes into anti-repair mode. (Source: Hugh Jeffreys via YouTube)

Apple backs away from controversial iPhone 13 screen replacement procedure that breaks Face ID

Apple has decided to issue an update that will make iPhone 13 screen replacements a lot easier. Currently, iPhone 13 screen replacements break Face ID if the microcontroller attached to the old screen isn’t transferred to the new ...

Fawad Murtaza, 10 Nov 2021 20:41

The Galaxy S21 FE will be available with Exynos and Snapdragon SoCs. (Image source: Samsung via SamMobile)

The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE lands on Geekbench with an Exynos 2100 chipset and 8 GB of RAM

The Galaxy S21 FE will launch next year with both Exynos 2100 and Snapdragon 888 chipsets. An example of the former has appeared on Geekbench again, along with 8 GB of RAM and Android 12.

Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2021 18:40

Nokia launches the X100, a budget 5G Android smartphone, through T-Mobile and Metro

The Nokia X100 is a phone with quad rear shooters enhanced with Zeiss lenses, NFC and a headphone jack. It is powered by the Snapdragon 480 SoC and, thus, will support the 5G bands of its new exclusive carrier, T-Mobile. It will a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Nov 2021 18:10

One UI 4 beta is available to the Galaxy Note 20 series in the UK. Image source: Samsung - edited)

Samsung opens One UI 4 beta programme to the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra

You can now install One UI 4 on the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. However, you must have bought your device in the UK to be eligible to receive beta builds. Likewise, One UI 4 is also available on the Galaxy S20 series ...

Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2021 16:25

Xiaomi has opened Android 12 testing to three more flagship smartphones. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi starts Android 12 beta recruitment for three more flagship smartphones

Xiaomi is seeking more people to test Android 12 on its recent flagship smartphones. Currently, Xiaomi is only looking for those who own the Mi 11, Mi 11i and the Mi 11 Ultra. All devices must be enrolled on MIUI's global branch, ...

Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2021 16:14

Zhiyun's latest Crane M3 camera gimbal upgrades to its own OLED screen and LED light

The Crane M3 is a device designed to support and stabilize a DSLR such as the Sony a7 III in a user's hand or on a surface. It is also mechanical, which allows it to support modes such as pan, tilt, portrait or time-lapse on its o...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Nov 2021 16:11

Twitter Blue now available in the US and New Zealand

Introduced in Canada and Australia this summer, Twitter Blue is now available in the US and New Zealand as well. The US$2.99 per month subscription plan comes with a clutter-free format for reading threads (obviously free of ads),...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2021 15:40

The Samsung Exynos 2200 GPU apparently posted impressive benchmark gains over its predecessor. (Image source: Samsung - edited)

Samsung Exynos 2200 GPU skyrockets past Exynos 2100 GPU in peak performance benchmark but offers reduced gains in sustained load

The Samsung Exynos 2200 GPU has allegedly been put through an official benchmark and offered up results that are either amazing or disappointing depending on if your glass is half empty or half full. While the Exynos 2200 GPU seem...

Daniel R Deakin, 10 Nov 2021 14:01

The OnePlus 10 Pro takes a noticeable design cue from the Galaxy S21 Ultra camera design. (Image: @OnLeaks/Zouton)

OnePlus 10 Pro leaks with Galaxy S21 Ultra-style wraparound camera

The OnePlus 10 Pro design has leaked out in renders ahead of an expected launch in April 2022. The new design builds upon the OnePlus 9 Pro, but also adds a distinctive Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra-inspired wraparound design element t...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 10 Nov 2021 09:11

The Pixel 6 fingerprint scanner continues to be causing mischief, this time breaking when out of battery. (Image: Sanjiv Sathiah/Notebookcheck)

Finger pointed at Pixel 6 fingerprint reader again as an empty battery will break it

Another Pixel 6 series fingerprint bug has hit users. This time around, the fingerprint scanner stops working entirely if users let their device run out of battery.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 10 Nov 2021 02:13

Samsung will announce something Exynos-related on November 19. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Exynos teases fans with the promise that 'everything changes' on November 19

According to Samsung, 'everything changes' on November 19. With a nod to gaming and its Exynos chipsets, it would seem that Samsung is preparing to announce new SoCs next week. The reality could be somewhat more banal though, unfo...

Alex Alderson, 09 Nov 2021 22:43

Renditions of the Apple iPhone 14 and the 2022 MacBook Air have already been published online. (Image source: Jon Prosser/RendersbyIan)

M2 MacBook Air release date and iPhone 14 model details join numerous bite-sized rumors offered by Apple tipster

An Apple tipster has offered up information about multiple products due to come out of Cupertino in the ensuing months. This includes rumors about the expected M2 MacBook Air, future iMac computers, the iPhone 14 range, and even a...

Daniel R Deakin, 09 Nov 2021 18:24

The Mate 40 Pro will return under a joint venture founded by Huawei and Nokia. (Image source: Weibo)

TD Tech to relaunch the Huawei Mate 40 Pro to circumvent US sanctions

Huawei is looking to offload another smartphone through TD Tech, which it and Nokia founded over 15 years ago. The TD Tech Mate 40 Pro will arrive with barely any changes from Huawei's original model, suggesting that Huawei is cle...

Alex Alderson, 09 Nov 2021 18:12

Samsung LPDDR5X memory chips (Source: Samsung Newsroom)

Samsung unleashes industry's first LPDDR5X DRAM

Built using the 14 nm technology, Samsung's first 16 Gb LPDDR5X memory chips promise to drive further growth beyond the mobile sector, also targeting 5G and AI applications, as well as the metaverse. The new 16 Gb LPDDR5X comes th...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Nov 2021 17:07

The Edge line may have a new flagship soon. (Source: Motorola)

Moto Edge X: Lavish specs for the supposed Snapdragon 898-powered flagship emerge in a new leak

Motorola is now rumored to launch a smartphone with the impending next iteration of top-end Qualcomm processors. Now, more alleged details of this device have emerged. According to this new leak, it will be released to the global ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Nov 2021 16:08

Apple's iPhone 13-series stock woes are now slated to persist into 2022

Apple seems to be facing more difficulty than usual in getting its latest range of iPhones into customer hands than usual in 2021. The latest report on the subject indicates that the supply issues in question are likely to ease of...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Nov 2021 14:58

The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are Google's first smartphones with in-display fingerprint readers. (Image source: Google)

Google claims the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro's slow fingerprint reader recognition is a feature, not a bug

Google has weighed in on the speed of the fingerprint readers in the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. Apparently, they are slow because they are more secure, with 'enhanced security algorithms' reducing their speed.

Alex Alderson, 09 Nov 2021 14:49

The OnePlus Nord 2 x PAC-MAN Edition will debut on November 15. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Nord 2 x PAC-MAN Edition to come with a unique design and plenty of game-related content

OnePlus has lifted the lid on the PAC-MAN Edition of the Nord 2. The handset will launch on November 15 across the EU, India and the UK. The OnePlus Nord 2 x PAC-MAN Edition can be won in a PAC-MAN web-based game or purchased for ...

Alex Alderson, 09 Nov 2021 14:36

The POCO M4 Pro is its brand's first-ever 50MP main camera smartphone

POCO has just made its last new smartphone of 2021 official. The M4 Pro 5G offers several upgrades over its predecessor in a package with styling to match the increasingly popular brand's esthetics. It starts at just under US$270,...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Nov 2021 14:22

Is the Redmi Note 11 coming to India? (Source: Redmi)

Next-gen Xiaomi flagships inch closer to a global launch with new Indian certifications

The recently-launched Redmi Note 11 Pro and Pro Plus now seems destined for a launch in India, thanks to reports that the devices have acquired approval from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). They are joined there by a third m...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Nov 2021 00:24

Samsung might use Snapdragon SoCs in all of its Galaxy S22 models

Say goodbye to Exynos as rumors point to Samsung using Snapdragon chips in all Galaxy S22 models

Ex-Samsung employee turned insider Super Roader alleged that Samsung may be ditching the Exynos 2200 in favor of the Snapdragon 898. Until now, Samsung has shipped its flagship phones with Exynos chips in all markets except the US...

Fawad Murtaza, 08 Nov 2021 21:04

The Galaxy A53 shares its looks with the Galaxy A52s. (Image source: @OnLeaks & Digit)

Samsung Galaxy A53 renders leak with a revised camera module and a sleek design

Renders of Samsung's next mid-range smartphone have leaked. The Galaxy A53 is expected to launch with a 64 MP primary camera, a flat design and a 120 Hz display.

Alex Alderson, 08 Nov 2021 20:58

Rumor | OPPO's Find X4 Pro will charge at a much faster rate compared to its predecessor

OPPO is already thought to have a 2022 flagship Android smartphone, which may or may not be called the Find X4, in the works. Now, a famous Weibo-based leaker asserts that it will get an upgrade in terms of battery technology as w...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Nov 2021 18:50

Motorola Edge 20 series, to be succeeded by Snapdragon 898-powered handsets

Motorola's upcoming Moto Edge X might be the first handset to use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 898

According to a Weibo tipster that has been around for a while, Motorola's Moto Edge X will be the first Qualcomm Snapdragon 898-powered handset to hit the market. Sadly, there are no details regarding this possible launch availabl...

Codrut Nistor, 08 Nov 2021 18:11

The Xiaomi 12 is tipped to offer a better primary camera sensor than its predecessor. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 12 to come with improved charging speeds and a better primary camera than the Mi 11

Xiaomi is expected to launch the Xiaomi 12 next month, likely one of the first smartphones available with the Snapdragon 898. According to reports, the Xiaomi 12 could also improve upon the Mi 11 in two other areas, including its ...

Alex Alderson, 08 Nov 2021 17:15

The Mi 11 and POCO F3 are available at over 20% off on Amazon UK. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Deal | Xiaomi reduces the Mi 11 and POCO F3 by over 20% in the UK ahead of Black Friday sales

Xiaomi has cut the prices of the Mi 11 and POCO across its website and Amazon. The pair are now available at between 24% and 27% off, with the POCO F3 costing just £249. The deals are only available in the UK.

Alex Alderson, 08 Nov 2021 14:34

The Galaxy S21 FE's back panel is already available to purchase. (Image source: Concept Creator & LetsGoDigital)

The Galaxy S21 FE will be a new year's treat for Samsung fans with an early January 2022 Galaxy Unpacked event planned

Reportedly, Samsung has set the date of its Galaxy Unpacked event for the Galaxy S21 FE. The device will debut five weeks before the Galaxy S22 series, albeit with last-generation hardware.

Alex Alderson, 08 Nov 2021 14:29

The Snapdragon 898 could make its way into devices before the end of 2021. (Image source: Qualcomm)

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 898 could arrive before the end of the month with an ARM Cortex-X2 core and an Adreno 730 GPU

The release of the Snapdragon 898 nears, with the next-generation SoC seemingly due in a few weeks. The Snapdragon 898 could debut in the Xiaomi 12 series, but Qualcomm will showcase the chip first at its next Tech Summit.

Alex Alderson, 08 Nov 2021 14:12

Can the Pixel 6 Pro work after an independent repair? (Source: YouTube)

A Google Pixel 6 Pro teardown video offers encouraging insights into the device's repairability

Newer iPhones come with software locks that prevent the use of the cameras should replacement parts be installed instead of factory originals. Now, there are rumors that Google has done the same with its 2021 flagship, the Pixel 6...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Nov 2021 23:29

Netflix streams games as well as shows now. (Source: Netflix)

Netflix is slated to pose the next big threat to Apple's App Store monopoly

Netflix has started to offer games as well as conventional content on Android. It is now also projected to do the same on iOS - however, there is an obstacle in the way of these alleged plans, and it is, of course, Apple's policy ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Nov 2021 22:33

Realme might adopt a new design trend soon. (Source: Realme)

Rumor | Realme patents what looks like an under-display camera phone

OEMs might ditch the punch-hole for smartphone selfie cameras in favor of under-display technology instead. Now, patent images allegedly created by Realme may indicate that this brand may join this rapidly-growing trend. Judging b...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Nov 2021 21:50

The Honor Magic Fold might look a bit like this. (Source: Huawei

Rumor | Honor gears up to launch its first-gen foldable smartphone in Europe

Honor may be one of the next OEMs to launch a first-gen foldable Android phone. Now, these rumors have gained more weight with findings that the company has registered what might be a name for this device with the European Union's...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Nov 2021 21:07

Google Pixel 6 phones are apparently phantom calling random contacts without user intervention. (Image Source: Google)

Google Pixel 6 phones reportedly phantom calling random contacts due to false Google Assistant triggers

The new Google Pixel 6 phones are reportedly suffering from a phantom calling problem as evidenced by several complaints on Reddit and in independent testing. The majority of the cases point to the Google Assistant getting trigger...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 07 Nov 2021 10:05

The Galaxy S22 series could debut in early February. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Leaker reveals Galaxy Unpacked, pre-order and launch dates for the Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 Ultra

According to a renowned leaker, Samsung has set the pre-order and launch dates of the Galaxy S22 series. If correct, then an early February announcement for the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 Ultra seems likely.

Alex Alderson, 07 Nov 2021 00:47

The Pixel 6 Pro may charge at a lower wattage over a wired connection than with the new Pixel Stand. (Image source: Google)

It seems that the Google Pixel 6 Pro cannot charge at 30 W after all

According to reports, the Pixel 6 Pro gets nowhere Google's implied 30 W charging speeds. Instead, Google's latest Pixel smartphone barely charges any faster than the Pixel 5 and is much slower than the Galaxy S21 Ultra.

Alex Alderson, 07 Nov 2021 00:26

The Vonmaehlen High Six. (Source: Vonmaehlen)

The Vonmählen High Six is an ultra-portable charging cable accessory that has made 350% of its Kickstarter campaign already

Vonmählen aims to solve the problem of having left the charging cable that has suddenly become vital at home while travelling or commuting with the High Six. It is a miniature, foldable cable that can become interchangeable betwee...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Nov 2021 16:20

Android 12 is reduced to "a new experience" on the Pixel 6 product page. (Image: Google)

The product pages for the Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro make absolutely no mention of Android, could hint at a Fuchsia OS future

The Google Pixel 6 series has launched with Android 12, the latest version of Google’s popular operating system onboard. However, you’d never know that the Pixel 6 was powered by Android looking at Google’s website.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 06 Nov 2021 12:03

It is unclear how much the OnePlus Nord 2 Pac-Man edition will differ from the standard edition. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus starts teasing its next limited edition smartphone

OnePlus is bringing another limited edition product to market, having recently released a Harry Potter-themed smartwatch. The smartphone is likely a Pac-Man branded OnePlus Nord 2, albeit one that may have a Snapdragon 778G SoC in...

Alex Alderson, 06 Nov 2021 00:13

Can the Pixel 6 Pro hold up? (Source: YouTube)

The Pixel 6 Pro undergoes the JerryRigEverything durabilty test

The Pixel 6 Pro is Google's most convincing flagship smartphone for years. Does this also make it the Mountain View giant's most durable Android device of years? The YouTuber Zach Nelson puts the new device through his famous Jerr...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Nov 2021 23:35

The Moto E30 is here. (Source: Motorola)

The Motorola Moto E30 debuts in low-key fashion in Europe

Motorola has stealthily launched a new Moto E-series smartphone in 2 European countries. The new E30 is one of the very few of its line to offer a 90Hz display, alongside triple rear cameras and Android 11 Go. It does so set at a ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Nov 2021 18:30

The Galaxy S22 Ultra in the flesh, several months before Samsung releases it. (Image source: FrontPageTech)

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra arrives months ahead of schedule in leaked hands-on photos displaying a blend of Galaxy S and Galaxy Note designs

Hands-on photos of Samsung's next premier smartphone have leaked, confirming that the Galaxy Note series is returning under a different name. Accordingly, the Galaxy S22 Ultra has a built-in S Pen, flat edges and a curved display.

Alex Alderson, 05 Nov 2021 18:06

An alleged price scheme for the upcoming OPPO Reno 7-series smartphones emerges in a new leak

OPPO is projected to launch 7th-gen Reno smartphones by the end of 2021. Now, a well-known Weibo tipster purports to outline how much each variant will cost on their allegedly imminent launch. Meanwhile, more potential details of ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Nov 2021 17:57

Xiaomi claims that Loop LiquidCool Technology will revolutionise smartphone cooling. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi announces Loop LiquidCool Technology in a custom MIX 4

Xiaomi has presented Loop LiquidCool Technology, a next-generation cooling solution for flagship smartphones. Apparently, the technology builds on vapour chambers and should provide marked improvements in cooling performance.

Alex Alderson, 05 Nov 2021 15:27

The Mi 11 Ultra may soon have successors to deal with. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi certifies a 'true flagship' with the EEC and a Snapdragon 870-based model, possibly the Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro

Xiaomi has certified two new smartphones with the EEC, days after comparable models appeared at Chinese regulatory bodies. Only one is expected to be a flagship smartphone in the true sense of the word, with the other utilising th...

Alex Alderson, 05 Nov 2021 14:40

The Pixel Fold is thought to feature the Sony IMX363 as its primary camera, not the Samsung ISOCELL GN1. (Image source: Waqar Khan)

Code analysis reveals Google Pixel Fold camera details and prospective launch date

The Google Pixel Fold has leaked again, this time with camera specifications and a possible launch date. Google's first foldable smartphone is expected to debut Android 12L, a version of Android 12 optimised for large-screen devic...

Alex Alderson, 05 Nov 2021 14:10

The Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus contains many impressive features considering its price. (Image source: Big Soap)

Teardown videos offer a look at the inside of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus

With the Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus, Xiaomi has finally brought 120 W wired charging to its mid-range smartphones series. The Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus also features a 108 MP camera and a 120 Hz OLED display, which can now be seen in det...

Alex Alderson, 05 Nov 2021 13:31

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 898 has shown up on Geekbench for a third time

Alleged Qualcomm Snapdragon 898 Geekbench score showcases remarkable improvement over the Snapdragon 888

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 898 has shown up on Geekbench. It fares a lot better this time around, with single and multi-core scores of 1,300 and 3,900, respectively. While this is better than the Snapdragon 888's score, it still fall...

Anil Ganti, 05 Nov 2021 12:57

Smartphones have been completely transformed since Google and Samsung last collaborated. (Image: Notebookcheck)

11 years apart: Two Google and Samsung smartphone collaborations compared

Google and Samsung have had a long history of collaborating on Android devices. Arguably, every Galaxy phone released has had some level of collaboration between the two. However, the Galaxy Nexus S was the first deeper collaborat...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 05 Nov 2021 08:07

The Galaxy S22 Ultra is said to have a less curved display than the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. (Image source: Ice Universe)

New Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leak points to an improved 108 MP camera mode and less display curvature

The benefits of a 108 MP camera should be even better on the Galaxy S22 Ultra, Samsung's next flagship smartphone. A known leaker has outlined that the extent of the device's display curvature, too.

Alex Alderson, 05 Nov 2021 00:04