Smartphone

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

Xiaomi's 200W tech in action. (Source: Xiaomi via Weibo)

Rumor | 2022 will see at least two flagship smartphones that can charge at up to 200 watts

120 watts (W) is the highest rate at which a smartphone can charge in 2021. The latest word is that there are 2 devices in development capable of breaking this barrier that will launch the following year. They could thus go from 0...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Nov 2021 23:31

iPhones continue to be popular in the US. (Source: Apple)

Apple continues to rule the US smartphone market for the third quarter of 2021

Apple's iPhones all but dominated their market in the US in the third quarter of 2020 with a share of just under 40%. Now, they have maintained their #1 spot in the same quarter of 2021 (3Q2021), having grown their cut to just ove...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Nov 2021 22:21

Asus releases the ROG Phone 5S gaming flagship smartphones to the European market

Asus refreshed its premium Android gaming smartphones of 2021 with the enhanced Snapdragon 888 Plus processor. Now, the resulting ROG Phone 5S series for the European market has been launched. It offers up to 18GB of RAM in a 6.78...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Nov 2021 21:44

The Pixel 6 Pro has some of the best cameras that DxOMark has ever reviewed. (Image source: Google)

The Google Pixel 6 Pro cuts a fine figure in expert camera tests

According to DxOMark's in-depth analysis, the Pixel 6 Pro is Google's first smartphone to keep up with the best that Apple and Samsung have to offer. The Pixel 6 Pro even surpasses Galaxy S21 Ultra and iPhone 13 Pro in some discip...

Alex Alderson, 04 Nov 2021 19:32

The Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are not EOL. (Image source: Mobile Laby)

Google confirms one more update for the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL after November security patch miss

The Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL have not received the November 2021 security patch, a sign that Google has ceased software support for the pair. However, the company has confirmed otherwise. Project Mainline should also ensure software...

Alex Alderson, 03 Nov 2021 19:49

Mass production of the Xiaomi 12 is expected to start later this month. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Xiaomi 12 to launch earlier than 12 Pro or 12 Ultra as the first hint about MIX 5 arrives

According to reports, Xiaomi is readying itself to mass-produce its next flagship smartphones. The Xiaomi 12 will arrive first and at least a month before the Xiaomi 12 Pro or Xiaomi 12 Ultra. Meanwhile, it seems that Xiaomi is al...

Alex Alderson, 03 Nov 2021 19:03

POCO M4 Pro 5G marketing renders and hands-on image leaks, confirming Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 re-brand

The cat's out of the bag for the POCO M4 Pro 5G and its origins. Leaked marketing assets and a hands-on image have confirmed that the POCO M4 Pro 5G is nothing more than the Redmi Note 11 in a different outfit. Accordingly, the PO...

Alex Alderson, 03 Nov 2021 18:59

The top-end Mate 40 RS variant. (Source: Huawei)

Rumor | Huawei will launch an e-ink tablet as well as the Mate X3 and Mate 50 in 2022

Huawei is now said to get back on track with its flagship mobile device releases in 2022, starting with the Mate 50 series of phablets. However, the OEM is also now thought to get into a new and less expected market: that for e-in...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Nov 2021 18:47

The "USB iPhone" is now up for auction. (Source: Ken Pillonel via eBay)

The "world's first" iPhone with a type-C port is now up for auction - with more than one catch

The engineer Ken Pillonel hit the headlines - not to mention the YouTube views - in the course of showcasing an iPhone X modified to work with a USB type-C port rather than a Lightning port as normal. This answer to many tech fans...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Nov 2021 18:09

Motorola debuts the Moto G51 with the new Snapdragon 480 Plus SoC

The Motorola Moto G51 is now official, and, furthermore, is the first device to launch with the Plus version of the Snapdragon 480 processor. The chipset is geared towards the budget end of the 5G market; nevertheless, its inaugur...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Nov 2021 17:13

Xiaomi is slowly working towards bringing more devices onto Android 12. (Image source: Kinit-Nea)

Xiaomi is testing Android 12 on over 60 devices in closed and internal betas

According to a report, Xiaomi has over 60 devices in closed and internal Android 12 beta programs. Numerous other devices will eventually receive Google's latest OS, but not older handsets like the Mi 9, Redmi K20 or Redmi 9 serie...

Alex Alderson, 03 Nov 2021 14:13

Apple has reduced iPad production to boost the iPhone 13 inventory. (Image source: Apple)

Global chip shortage hits Apple hard as it reduces iPad production in favor of the iPhone 13

Apple has reduced iPad production by 50% to boost the iPhone 13 inventory. The move is Apple's attempt to mitigate the effects of global chip shortages that have resulted in fewer iPhone 13 shipments amid increasing demand. Consum...

Fawad Murtaza, 02 Nov 2021 23:47

The Z Flip Pocket Denim jeans are ridiculous, but they are not bad value for money all things considered. (Image source: Dr Denim & Samsung)

Samsung announces the daftest bespoke jeans for the Galaxy Z Flip3

Samsung has revealed the Z Flip Pocket Denim, a pair of jeans created with Dr Denim. The jeans run to AUD$1,499, but they do come bundled with a complimentary Galaxy Z Flip3, which costs as much on its own anyway.

Alex Alderson, 02 Nov 2021 23:21

The POCO M4 Pro 5G and the Redmi Note 11T 5G will be re-branded versions of the Redmi Note 11. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 will launch globally as the POCO M4 Pro 5G and in India as the Redmi Note 11T

POCO has started teasing the M4 Pro 5G, its next mid-range smartphone. However, it turns out that the POCO M4 Pro 5G will be another re-brand, with the device the global version of the Redmi Note 11. Meanwhile, Xiaomi will release...

Alex Alderson, 02 Nov 2021 23:04

The Black Shark 4S Pro has leapt above the RedMagic 6S Pro in AnTuTu's rankings. (Image source: Black Shark)

The Black Shark 4S Pro takes the AnTuTu crown from the RedMagic 6S Pro after just a month

The RedMagic 6S Pro was the fastest smartphone in the world, at least according to AnTuTu's Android leaderboard. The Black Shark 4S Pro has brought the RedMagic 6S Pro's dominance to an end though, with a score that exceeds 875,00...

Alex Alderson, 02 Nov 2021 18:42

Apple is planning to bring a crash detection feature to the iPhone and the Apple Watch.

Apple plans to bring a life-saving Google Pixel feature to the iPhone and the Apple Watch

Apple is planning to bring a car crash detection feature to the iPhone and the Apple Watch in 2022. According to documents reviewed by The Wall Street Journal, the feature would work similarly to the Apple Watch's fall detection a...

Fawad Murtaza, 02 Nov 2021 11:47

The 6.67-inch Xiaomi 11T officially starts at 550 Euros (~$638) for the 128 GB version. The 256 GB version costs 600 Euros (~$696).

Xiaomi 11T: Good phone at a budget price

The Xiaomi 11T features many of the same qualities that distinguish the high-end smartphones of the Mi 11 series, but at a much lower price. The good configuration includes an AMOLED panel with a refresh rate of 120 Hz and a brigh...

Manuel Masiero, 02 Nov 2021 04:14

The Edge 20 Pro is a Motorola flagship that also supports the Ready For platform.

Motorola Edge 20 Pro flagship smartphone review verdict: Are the compromises too big?

The Motorola Edge 20 Pro is a relatively affordable flagship phone with a 144 Hz OLED panel and a Snapdragon SoC. Read our review verdict on the Edge 20 Pro to find out whether Motorola managed to find a good compromise between pr...

Marcus Herbrich, 02 Nov 2021 03:51

Is this the Galaxy S22? (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Samsung's final Galaxy S22 and S22 Plus designs are allegedly confirmed in a new leak

Samsung's alleged Galaxy S22 Ultra is thought to get a major overhaul in terms of its looks in early 2022. Now, the latest word on its possible vanilla and Plus counterparts corroborate others that suggest they will get considerab...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Nov 2021 00:01

Display flickering only occurs when the Pixel 6 Pro is switched off. (Image source: Google)

Google to address Pixel 6 Pro display issues next month with an update

Google has confirmed plans to address the Pixel 6 Pro's display flickering issue, confirming that it is reasonably widespread. A fix is incoming, but not for another month.

Alex Alderson, 01 Nov 2021 23:30

The Xiaomi 11T Pro is headed to India, as per a new leak

The 11T Pro is one of Xiaomi's latest high-end phones, complete with a 120Hz AMOLED display and 120W charging. Now, a new variant of the device has allegedly turned up on a Google Play database. Its model number suggests it is des...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Nov 2021 19:47

The next Royole phone? (Source: Evan Blass via Twitter)

Rumor | Royole's next foldable device will get a new product name and a somewhat updated design

Royole was an early adopter of foldable phablet technology, although it may have been overtaken by other OEMs such as Samsung since then. Now, a new leak alleges that the company will be back in this market again with a new device...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Nov 2021 19:01

Android 11 may not reach the LG Wing in other markets until early next year. (Image source: LG)

The LG Wing finally starts receiving Android 11

It only took LG a year, but it has issued Android 11 to the LG Wing. Unsurprisingly, there are caveats with LG's rollout. Currently, Android 11 is only available for devices purchased in South Korea.

Alex Alderson, 01 Nov 2021 16:32

Xiaomi is off to a good start with the Redmi Note 11 series. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi sells over 500,000 Redmi Note 11 smartphones in under an hour during a lucrative launch period

Xiaomi started selling the Redmi Note 11 series in China today, which it dubbed its 'double 11' event. Reportedly, the company sold over 500,000 Redmi Note 11 handsets in an hour and generated CNY 2 billion (~US$312.6 million) wit...

Alex Alderson, 01 Nov 2021 16:29

The Xiaomi Civi matches the information provided to a tee. (Source: Xiaomi)

New leak potentially hints at a global release of the Xiaomi Civi

Xiaomi is tipped to launch two new devices soon. While the leak fails to specify which devices those are, the provided specs and feature hint heavily at devices based on the Xiaomi Civi that was launched a while ago in China.

Ricci Rox, 01 Nov 2021 16:11

The Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22 Plus are expected to follow the design of their Galaxy S21 counterparts. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Samsung starts mass-producing the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 Ultra

According to reports, Samsung has started mass producing the Galaxy S22 series. Theoretically, this puts the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 Ultra on track for a January or February 2022 release.

Alex Alderson, 01 Nov 2021 15:06

Tensor looks to share much of its DNA with the Exynos 2100. (Source: Google)

Google Tensor's Exynos roots revealed in Pixel 6 code

Google's first try at an in-house chipset, Tensor, is proving to be rather capable. It appears, however, that the Pixel 6's chipset isn't as original as Google's marketing would lead one to believe, with code showing a strong rela...

Ricci Rox, 31 Oct 2021 22:01

The Xiaomi 12 Ultra is expected to maintain the Mi 11 Ultra's 5x zoom lens. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 12 Ultra to feature improved telephoto camera setup

Xiaomi will launch the Xiaomi 12 series in the near future and a new leak has now provided information about the line-leading Xiaomi 12 Ultra model. Apparently, the Xiaomi 12 Ultra will be equipped with a newer sensor that should ...

Ricci Rox, 31 Oct 2021 21:26

The Z Fold3 now has a One UI 4 beta. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung releases One UI 4 betas for the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Flip3

The top-end Galaxy Z Fold3 phablet has become eligible for the latest version of Samsung's One UI, as has the Galaxy Z Flip3 clamshell foldable phone. Users of either high-end device in the OEM's native South Korea can now downloa...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Oct 2021 18:57

The successor to the Pixel 6a could match its predecessor for rear-facing cameras. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel camera configurations leak for two future devices

Mishaal Rahman has revealed camera configurations for two unreleased Google Pixel devices. Codenamed 'bluejay' and 'cloudripper', the pair are seemingly part of Google's R&D towards next year's batch of Pixel smartphones.

Alex Alderson, 31 Oct 2021 17:48

AGM launches its Glory series of phones. (Source: AGM)

The AGM Glory is a smartphone designed to survive at temperatures as low as -40°C

Most lithium-ion batteries, those found in mobile devices included, are incapable of working when exposed to temperatures of about -20 degrees Celsius (°C) or lower. However, the new AGM Glory series of rugged Android phones has a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Oct 2021 17:04

Honor is back at the top of the Chinese smartphone market. (Source: Honor)

Honor consolidates its rise to the #3 spot in the Chinese smartphone market

Honor has held other companies such as Xiaomi off to retain the third-highest share of the Chinese smartphone market. The OEM is now third in this market; then again, the greatest year-on-year (YoY) gain in the country went to App...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Oct 2021 16:08

The Reno phones might get a new model name soon. (Source: OPPO)

Rumor | OPPO will launch the Reno 7 SE alongside the Reno 7 and 7 Pro later in 2021

OPPO has taken to launching Pro and Pro+ models alongside a vanilla variant when it comes to unveiling new Reno-series smartphones. Now, a new leak alleges that the OEM is going to shake this scheme up with their upcoming next gen...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Oct 2021 22:25

The Mi 11 Ultra is no longer available in India. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi discontinues the Mi 11 Ultra in India

Xiaomi has reportedly sold every unit of the super-premium Mi 11 Ultra it has for the Indian market. The Android flagship has only been on sale there for about 3 months, but is now reportedly not coming back now it is out of stock...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Oct 2021 19:19

The PlayStation 5 family. (Source: Sony)

Sony increases its revenue for its latest quarter by 13% compared to that in 2020

Sony has reported total revenues of ~2.4 trillion yen (~US$20.8 billion) for its latest fiscal quarter (the second of 2021, or 2FQ2021). Its gaming arm accounted for nearly 27% of these takings; however, nearly every other area of...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Oct 2021 18:45

Offers a lot of performance in a compact format: The Apple iPhone 13 mini

Apple iPhone 13 mini: As compact as high-end allows

In many aspects, the iPhone 13 mini features the same hardware as the larger model, and its performance is similar as well. However, the 5.4-inch screen turns out to be a tad too small at times.

Mike Wobker, 30 Oct 2021 06:58

MIUI 12.5.6 on Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro details, performance, battery life, memory usage (Source: Own)

After almost a month, MIUI 12.5.6 Enhanced Edition has finally arrived on my Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro

Although it took a while, I can say that it was worth waiting for MIUI 12.5.6 Enhanced Edition, the Global Stable firmware update for the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro (also available for the non-Pro variant, of course) that often makes my ph...

Column by Codrut Nistor, 30 Oct 2021 00:26

Sony makes much of the Xperia 1 III's display in marketing materials. (Image source: Sony)

Sony Xperia 1 III falls short of its competitors in DxOMark's display test

On paper, the Xperia 1 III has an excellent display. In practice, the 4K, 120 Hz and OLED display does not get that bright. DxOMark has knocked the device down a peg or two with complaints about strong green tints, too. Accordingl...

Alex Alderson, 29 Oct 2021 23:17

Xiaomi claims to have sold over 240 million Redmi Note smartphones before the release of the Redmi Note 11 series. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi announces that it has sold more than 240 million Redmi Note smartphones worldwide and has opened 10,000 brick and mortar stores

Undoubtedly, Xiaomi will sell plenty of the Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 11 Pro, and Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus when they come to market in China, India and beyond. However, it claims to have sold nearly a quarter of a billion Redmi Note...

Alex Alderson, 29 Oct 2021 23:08

The Redmi Note 9 is now eligible for MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition in India. (Image source: Xiaomi)

MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition lands on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 in India

Xiaomi may have just announced the Redmi Note 11 series, but it has not forgotten about the Redmi Note 9. Accordingly, the mid-range handset has just received MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition in India, following a similar rollout on MIU...

Alex Alderson, 29 Oct 2021 21:02

Samsung had a very profitable quarter. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung posts "record" revenues for the third quarter of 2021

Samsung has announced total revenues and operating profits that ran well into trillions of South Korean won (KRW, or billions of US dollars) for the third quarter of 2021 (3Q2021). The company attributes this success to its silico...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Oct 2021 20:00

The Pixel 6 Pro is now waitlist-only. (Source: Google)

The Pixel 6 Pro may face supply issues as Google sets up waitlist for many of its SKUs

Google's latest flagship phone has only been on the market for 10 days now, yet seems to be out of stock already. The OEM has had to replace its "Order" buttons with one that says "Join Waitlist" instead on its website for most of...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Oct 2021 19:22

OnePlus gets ready for Black Friday 2021. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus teases its Black Friday deals on devices such as the 9-series flagships

OnePlus has revealed that it intends to stretch Black Friday across pretty much the whole of November in 2021. It will hold offer events on various days throughout the month, which may vary from market to market. Nevertheless, the...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Oct 2021 18:24

Galaxy S22 pre-orders are expected to begin the week beginning February 7. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Samsung to begin 2022 with the Galaxy S21 FE, Galaxy S22 series arriving later

According to a report, the Galaxy S22 series is no longer due in January 202. The Galaxy S21 FE is still slated for January 11, but it will not be long before Samsung starts accepting pre-orders for the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus...

Alex Alderson, 29 Oct 2021 18:18