Xiaomi releases the October 2021 security patch to the Mi A3
Xiaomi has brought another security patch update to the Mi A3, its last-supported Android One smartphone. V12.0.15.0.RFQMIXM is rolling out now to handsets on MIUI's global branch.
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Google Pixel 6 unboxing video showcases Sorta Seafoam colourway
An unboxing video of the Pixel 6 has surfaced online. The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will debut on October 19, albeit with no chargers in their boxes.
Samsung, Qualcomm and Verizon claim to break the world record for 5G upload speeds
Verizon, Samsung and Qualcomm have collaborated on a project directed toward raising the limit for upload speeds over 5G. This was done using a combination of mmWave and other bands to produce a result estimated at over 700 megabi...
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra final design revealed with a more straightforward camera arrangement
New Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra renders have leaked, showcasing a simpler design. Expected to launch early next year, the Galaxy S22 Ultra looks like a cross between the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and the LG Velvet.
New Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro pricing leaks promise exciting affordability with the Pixel 6 touted to start at U$599
A new set of leaks have now revealed pricing of the upcoming Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro for both the US and UK markets. The leaked prices indicate that the phones will be cheaper than expected, with the Pixel 6 supposedly starting at...
A year-old Xiaomi smartphone patent may shed light on the upcoming Xiaomi 12 series
The World Intellectual Property Office has published a year-old patent submitted by Xiaomi. Seemingly, the design is of a flagship smartphone, with highly rounded corners, a curved display and large camera sensors. The Xiaomi 12 s...
TaoTronics SoundLiberty Pro P10 ANC Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TWS Earbuds hands-on and review
The spec of active noise cancellation (ANC) in truly wireless or TWS earbuds is getting more common. TaoTronics now claims to offer it in its SoundLiberty Pro P10 accessories. Can it possibly match up to headphones one might specfically buy to block unwanted sound?
The iQOO Z5x is coming with a mid-range Dimensity processor
iQOO has already launched the Z5; now, a new phone with a very similar name is coming. The brand has confirmed this device will launch in late 2021. It is destined for a MediaTek processor rather than the Qualcomm platform of the ...
Rumor | The Honor 50 Lite is coming to Europe for just under US$350
The Honor 50 is a premium mid-range smartphone said to launch in Europe soon. Now, its maker is rumored to be preparing a 50 Lite to go along with it. It is said to have the exact same specs and looks as a device from Honor's form...
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Review - Bombastic smartphone with minor weaknesses
13 is the charm! The iPhone goes into the next round with a 120-Hz panel, a bigger battery and an improved camera system. In our review, the iPhone 13 Pro has earned not only superlatives but also a few points of criticism.
Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A15 GPU 5-Core | 6.10" | 203 g
Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A15 GPU 5-Core | 6.10" | 203 g
Leaked Google Pixel 6 ad provides official pricing details for the imminent flagship
A new ad for the Google Pixel 6 in Australia has now provided the first official pricing detail of Google's upcoming flagship series. The phones will debut on October 19 and it looks increasingly likely that the vanilla Pixel 6 wi...
NuCurrent's latest form of NFC charging is rated for over 2x the power-delivery of the previous standard
NFC is a popular form of casual data transfer between compatible devices, and can also be used as a form of wireless charging as well. This is typically done using the NFC WLC standard, which allows for low-wattage power delivery ...
New Samsung Galaxy S22 leak indicates another year of inconvenience for enthusiasts
The Galaxy S22 series is on its way. When exactly it will launch remains a question but a new leak provides some information on the memory and storage options of the phones, and power users are unlikely to be thrilled.
OPPO announces a launch for a new mid-range version of the K9 Pro
OPPO has confirmed a launch for a new device for later in October 2021. It is quite like the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra-inspired K9 Pro in its looks, although it is slated to have the premium mid-tier Snapdragon 778G platform rather than ...
iPhone 13: Are the upgrades worth it?
After last year's design overhaul, 2021 brings a smaller changes to the iPhone. Will the SensorShift stabilization of the camera and a brighter display be enough to satisfy everyone?
HMD Global brings the Nokia 6310 back for its 20th anniversary
HMD Global has returned to another classic Nokia handset, having already re-released Nokia 3310. This time, the company has unveiled a new Nokia 6310, which retains the 'iconic silhouette' of the original model.
Leaked Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus dummy unit showcases more compact design and sharper camera housing
The Galaxy S22 Plus has leaked again, this time courtesy of @xleaks7 and Pigtou. The pair have published images of a dummy unit, supposedly based on CAD renders that they obtained. The Galaxy S22 Plus is expected to launch early n...
More potential next-gen Moto G phones surface as FCC and Geekbench listings
Motorola is slated to have the next round of its Moto G-series smartphones in the works. These rumors started with the G31; now, signs of what might be its higher-end siblings have emerged. The FCC may have approved one already, w...
Sony China collaborates with Meizu to provide a new version of Android to its customers
Sony's Chinese division is reportedly in talks with Meizu to port features of the latter's Android skin, Flyme OS, to mobile devices from the former in that country. This may sound strange as Sony already develops its own apps for...
In the hand Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro lifestyle shots and leaked promo videos reveal what Google's upcoming phones will look like in use
Lifestyle and in-hand images of both the Google Pixel 6 and Google Pixel 6 Pro have been leaked ahead of launch. Numerous lifestyle shots show users with the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro in different environments, such as in the rain. ...
Google Pixel 6 rocks Kinda Coral and Pixel 6 Pro gleams in Sorta Sunny in new renders as Pixel Superfans are invited to a special tech talk event
The Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro have appeared in even more renders in addition to the recently leaked images of the phones in black and white. The Pixel 6 looks bold in its Kinda Coral colorway while the Pixel 6 Pro brightens i...
Realme will launch the Q3s in October 2021
Realme has announced that it will hold a new product event on October 19, 2021. Now, it has confirmed the identity of 1 of the new devices to be unveiled on that date: the Q3s. This is currently slated to debut as a mid-ranger wit...
OPPO Reno 7 set to rival the Redmi Note 11 Pro thanks to a MediaTek Dimensity 920 and overall impressive hardware
OPPO is tipped to debut the Reno 7 series in November and a new leak has now revealed all major details of the cheapest phone in the series, the Reno 7. Provided specs include a MediaTek Dimensity 920 and hardware that will ensure...
Samsung's Q3 lead in the smartphone market emerges unscathed from an overall decline inflicted by 2021 supply-chain issues
Canalys has now released a report on the smartphone market for the latest complete quarter, the third of 2021 (3Q2021). The group has concluded that its shipments have fallen by 6% year-on-year (YoY), and that this reduction can b...
Google Pixel 6 datasheet leaks ahead of October 19 announcement
A datasheet for the Pixel 6 has leaked just a few days before the device's release. The handset will arrive alongside the Pixel 6 Pro and potentially even a Pixel Fold.
Xiaomi POCO M4 Pro 5G leaks with up to 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage
The Xiaomi POCO M4 Pro 5G has stopped by the FCC on its way to market. The handset will launch in two memory configurations, topping out at 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. The POCO M4 Pro 5G is expected to launch later this mon...
Google Tensor seemingly makes Snapdragon get salty with red flag tweet
The official Twitter account for Snapdragon, the famous SoC series produced by Qualcomm, has posted a surprisingly salty tweet clearly aimed at Google and the Pixel 6’s custom Tensor chip. The Pixel 5 relied on a Snapdragon 765G c...
Redmi Note 11 Pro boasts killer specs at crazy prices according to extensive Redmi Note 11 series leak
The alleged prices and specs for the upcoming Redmi Note 11 and Redmi Note 11 Pro have been leaked on Chinese social media. It appears the smartphones, which will be powered by Dimensity chips from MediaTek, have been priced very ...
Apple's iPhone prices have skyrocketed over the past 14 years, iPhone 13 is 81% more expensive than the original iPhone
Even though a significant part of the price increase can be attributed to regular inflation, the highly advanced technical components that are for example built into the iPhone 13 Pro Max are much more expensive to produce in comp...
Genshin Impact updates with 120fps support - on iOS alone
miHoYo has announced a new chapter for its flagship game Genshin Impact, coming to iOS via a new update. This 2.2 iteration adds a number of new assets and stories - not to mention 120fps support for "some devices". Meanwhile, the...
Redmi Note 11 tipped to offer big camera improvement over the Redmi Note 10
Xiaomi is expected to debut the Redmi Note 11 series in the near future. A new leak has now revealed details of the camera sensor expected to feature on the vanilla Redmi Note 11, and it looks to be an improvement over the Redmi N...
Rumor | A Vivo X80-series phone will debut with a 50MP main camera and the Dimensity 2000 processor
A famous leaker has dropped hints of an upcoming successor to the Vivo X70 (or one of its variants) that will debut with MediaTek's also-rumored 2022 flagship SoC, the Dimensity 2000. The device is also slated to keep up with its ...
Samsung unveils the Galaxy W22 5G, a luxury foldable with an under-screen camera
Samsung has presented another stylish foldable smartphone that builds on the Galaxy Z Fold3. The Galaxy W22 5G has a largely muted design, offset by its striking golden hinge. The device relies on a Snapdragon 888 SoC, a 120 Hz AM...
A Pac-Man themed OnePlus Nord 2 may be in the offing, and with a Snapdragon 778G SoC
A new OnePlus smartphone has appeared in OxygenOS, codenamed 'pacman'. Reputedly, a Nord 2 Pac-Man edition, the device will contain a litany of content from the game. The Nord 2 Pac-Man edition may launch with a Snapdragon 778G to...
Xiaomi 12 series potentially set to debut 5-axis stabilization
Xiaomi will launch the Xiaomi 12 flagship series over the next few months and it seems the company is working on a special bit of hardware that could debut on the phones. According to new reports, Xiaomi is testing out 5-axis stab...
Unofficial Redmi K50 renders show radical design overhaul for the potential future POCO F4
The Redmi K50 has turned up in some fan-made renders and a short video clip. The likely future POCO F4 looks very different to its predecessor Redmi K40 in the new images, with the camera housing style borrowing more from OnePlus ...
Black Shark 4S and Black Shark 4S Pro now official, leaked AnTuTu score shows the 4S Pro flexing its Snapdragon 888 Plus muscle
Xiaomi has finally revealed mid-cycle upgrades to its Black Shark Android gaming flagship lineup in the form of the Black Shark 4S and Black Shark 4S Pro. While the Black Shark 4S is essentially the same device as the Black Shark ...
Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro tipped to receive four OS updates
According to reports, Google is expected to bring four OS updates to the Pixel 6 series, its next flagship smartphones. The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will launch with Android 12, meaning that both should receive up to Android 16, pl...
Motorola announces pricing and availability for the Moto E40 via Flipkart
The Motorola Moto E40 is now touted as one of the most powerful devices in its segment on its inaugural sales platform Flipkart. Now, the online store has confirmed the date on which customers can start to order the new phone in I...
Rumor | The first-gen OPPO foldable phablet will have a 2K display
The electronics OEM OPPO is currently projected to produce a rival for Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold3 that might launch in 2021. Now, a prominent leaker purports to flesh this rumor out with more concrete specs for this putative foldabl...
Samsung teases Galaxy Unpacked Part 2 event with BTS versions, Galaxy S21 FE and One UI 4.0 on the horizon
Samsung has announced a Galaxy Unpacked Part 2 event, scheduled for October 20. Due a day after Google's Pixel 6 series hardware event, Galaxy Unpacked Part 2 will include at least a BTS version of the Galaxy Z Flip3. Rumour has i...
Xiaomi issues MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition to the Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro after Mi Pilot testing
The Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro have received MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition in Europe. Previously, the pair were eligible for the update on Xiaomi's Mi Pilot program. V12.5.7.0.RJDEUXM is rolling out as a Stable Beta update with the Septem...
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE billed for October 20 launch
Samsung looks set to finally launch the Galaxy S21 FE after months of conflicting reports about the phone's fate. Supposedly, the S21 FE will debut in exactly a week, with wide availability scheduled for nine days after.
OnePlus 9RT launched: Snapdragon 888 phone with a 50 MP camera and OIS starting at the equivalent of US$500
OnePlus has now announced the launch of its only end-of-year premium phone, the OnePlus 9RT, in China. The OnePlus 9RT lands with a Snapdragon 888, a 50 MP main camera with OIS, and generally solid specs across the board. Pricing ...
OPPO Reno 7 series tipped for the Dimensity 920, Dimensity 1200, and Snapdragon 888 as tentative details surface
OPPO is set to launch the next iteration of phones in its most recognizable series, the OPPO Reno lineup. The OPPO Reno 7 phones are on their way and a new leak purports to reveal early details of the phones, with one notable take...
Tensor SoC in Google Pixel 6 approaches Snapdragon 888 and Exynos 2100 performance level in Geekbench 5 run
An apparent Geekbench 5 run for the Google Pixel 6 smartphone has been discovered, revealing the performance of the custom Tensor chip. Multi-core performance was distant from rivals but the Tensor’s single-core performance has it...
Realme GT Neo 2 5G powered by Snapdragon 870, 120 Hz E4 AMOLED, and diamond thermal gel cooling launched globally starting from ₹31,999 (US$425)
After launching in China last month, Realme has now announced the GT Neo 2 5G in India. The GT Neo 2 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 870 5G and uses a vapor chamber with diamond thermal gel for cooling the SoC. The device also fea...
Apple iPhone 13 Smartphone Review - High-quality Apple phone with an even brighter display
Unlucky number? Doesn't matter! The 13th generation of one of the mainstays among smartphones is now once again trying to appease Apple fans and convert Android disciples. To accomplish this, it features a new processor, longer battery life and sensor shift image stabilization. In the following review, we will take a closer look at the latest iPhone.
Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A15 GPU 4-Core | 6.10" | 173 g
Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A15 GPU 4-Core | 6.10" | 173 g
Bumpy Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro shine in Stormy Black and Cloudy White in new renders
New renders of the upcoming Google Pixel 6 and Google Pixel 6 Pro have been posted by a noted leaker. The images have offered up both the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro in two colors each. However, the renders have also shown just how “b...
The "Realme Q3s" is spotted on Geekbench with a Snapdragon 778G processor
The Q3s is projected to join the Realme Q family of smartphones soon, bringing a mid-range 5G processor to this group. Now, the model number associated with this upcoming device has surfaced on Geekbench, possibly confirming that ...
