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Xiaomi has announced the POCO M5, a smartphone that borrows from its predecessor's design. Equipped with a MediaTek Helio G99 chipset, the POCO M5 also has LPDDR4X RAM, UFS 2.2 storage and a 90 Hz display, among other features.

Xiaomi has lifted the lid on the POCO M5s, an affordable smartphone that starts at €209 in the Eurozone. Available in three colours and three storage options, the POCO M5s also has a MediaTek Helio G95 chipset and an AMOLED display running at 60 Hz.

JerryRigEverything has now disassembled the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4, destroying the smartphone in the process. Not only has Samsung tweaked the device's form factor compared to the Galaxy Z Fold3, it has also simplified its hinge mechanism and the protection for its large foldable display.

The Apple iPhone 14 release date is nearing and rumored details about the four upcoming devices, the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max, have been pouring in. Recent Apple iPhone 14 leaks have focused significantly on the main specifications, key details, launch and release date schedule, and, of course, pricing.

Offline pre-sale scalper prices for the upcoming Apple iPhone 14 series in China have reached shocking highs. One shared price for the standard iPhone 14 was for 6,699 yuan, which is equivalent to US$966. The scalper prices for the iPhone 14 Pro models are even more outlandish, despite buyers in China typically having to pay more for an iPhone device.

Could the 14 series be the iPhones to finally ditch the Lightning port? Regardless of whether the nearly imminent flagship smartphones really adopting USB ports or not, a research group claims to have found that people are very interested in knowing about the possibility. Searches along the lines of "USB iPhone" have tripled in volume over the last 5 years, with some spiking in conjunction with iPhone launches.

A well-known Apple tech correspondent has backed a second-gen Watch SE to launch alongside its vanilla Series 8 counterpart during the OEM's imminent and major September 2022 product event. The accessible variant is believed to launch in the absence of any significant design updates; then again, it is now thought to have the same new processor as the 'main' Series 8 variant.

JBL touts its latest Tour-series wireless earbuds as the world's first to come with their own touchscreen. The case-mounted LED panel is capable of displaying music controls as well as those for the PRO 2's advanced active noise-cancelling (ANC) functions. The case is also rated for up to 30 hours of additional play-time, while the earbuds pack "true adaptive" "immersive" JBL Spatial Sound.

Together with Leica, the 12S Ultra from Xiaomi focuses heavily on the camera system, which consists of a huge Sony IMX989 that performs particularly well with excellent image quality and natural bokeh. We were particularly taken with the quality of the blur area.

The Vivo X80 Pro is one of the best Android smartphones this year. However, it displays weaknesses in the very area where it attempts to assert itself as a pioneer. Read on to find out why we still recommend buying the smartphone.

A 5-second video clip of a supposed real Apple iPhone 14 Pro has been making the rounds on social media. Where this latest video stands out from many other likely fake clips is the notch-toggling function shown on the so-called iPhone 14 Pro’s display. Most seem to agree that the video is fake but many have opined that they would like to have this choice.

The always-on display supposedly coming to the Apple iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max has been shown off in a series of image mockups. The iPhone 14 Pro always-on display would work with the overhauled iOS 16 lock screen to allow features such as rolling notifications and fading widgets. Engineers are reportedly working on an imminent iOS 16 update.

An OPPO representative has confirmed that the original packaging for some of its smartphones will no longer contain power bricks, starting in 2023. Instead, consumers who need the SuperVOOC accessories the new devices might need for their full charging speeds may have to buy them from the OEM. The announcement may thus overshadow the European launch of the Reno8 series somewhat.

The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are expected to debut next month and the larger, more expensive Pixel 7 Pro has now made its first appearance in the flesh, in the form of a leaked unboxing video shared by a retail store in Bangladesh.

It seems that Motorola is close to revealing the Edge 30 Ultra, its next flagship smartphone for global audiences. While Motorola has not confirmed the device's launch date yet, the ever-reliable Evan Blass has leaked a promotional video on Twitter. Not only does the video confirm the device's name, but it also confirms numerous details, like the presence of a 200 MP camera sensor.

The Xiaomi "13 Ultra" is currently believed to become the first premium smartphone to launch with the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 top-end SoC and Sony's ground-breaking 1-inch sensor for mobile devices, the IMX989. However, according to a reliable source, it will hardly be the only device on the market with the same specs in the near future, a prospect that might allow its class-leading camera spec to start appearing in new devices starting at under US$600 in China before too long.

One of Honor's top executives has been inspired by the recent sighting of a double rainbow over Beijing to drop a teaser for a new Android smartphone from this OEM with a design that apparently echoes the meme-worthy phenomenon. The teaser has given rise to rumors of a new top-end model that could match even the Xiaomi 12S Ultra in terms of camera specs.

According to word on the grapevine, Vivo will bring a new foldable phone to the market shortly. This device, the Vivo X Fold S or Vivo X Fold Plus, will compete directly with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 in the Chinese market and new leaks have now revealed most details of the premium foldable ahead of its launch.

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has starred in a new unofficial fan-made concept video and in some concept renderings dressed in a Galaxy Z Fold4 beige. The S23 Ultra in this clip has been created with the latest leaks and rumors in mind, which means it has a flatter display than the S22 Ultra with a more angular – and attractive – look to it.

Honor has brought the 5G variant of the Honor X8 to Europe, having unveiled it July. Equipped with a 5,000 mAh battery, the Honor X8 5G also has a fast display, a Snapdragon 480 Plus chipset, 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, among other features. The Honor X8 5G is available from €269, just €20 more than the Honor X8 4G.

YouTuber Zack Nelson has put the Galaxy Z Fold4 through an even tougher set of tests than most other smartphones on his JerryRigEverything channel. Not only does the smartphone have to deal with his usual attempts to bend and burn the device, but it also gets subjected to having dirt mashed against its surfaces and hinges. Surprisingly, the Galaxy Z Fold4 withstands all attempts to damage it.

Honor has released the Honor 70 in Europe, its answer to the Nothing Phone (1). Equipped with a Snapdragon 778G Plus chipset and a 120 Hz OLED display, the Honor 70 also features three high-resolution cameras and a 4,800 mAh battery. The Honor 70 comes in three colours and ships with Magic UI 6.1 based on Android 12.

Google has updated the Android Beta Program following the release of the Android 13, an update that has only landed on Pixel smartphones so far. Also affecting future Android 13 updates, the list now omits the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, which are both yet to reach their third birthdays.

Huawei typically backs the latest generation of its Mate line of flagship devices as super-premium phablets with the most innovative features possible. The recent changes in the OEM's fortunes notwithstanding, it now asserts that the upcoming 50 series will be no different. The company has now confirmed variable apertures for their XMAGE cameras outright, although it remains content to only hints at more unique specs also rumored to be found in the iPhone 14 series.

The expected Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra’s design has been compared with that of the S22 Ultra, with a leaker utilizing power banks to give a visual representation of how the S23 Ultra will look. Ironically, this rather small design difference has been pointed out just as Samsung has been busy mocking Apple’s slow innovation process in a new Galaxy S22 Ultra and Z Flip4 promo video.

The Sony Xperia 1 V or a next-generation Xperia PRO model may have some unbelievable camera equipment according to a new leak. There have been a few rumors claiming Sony would dial it up a notch to 48 MP for Xperia cameras at some point; however, it seems the Xperia 1 V or next-gen Xperia PRO will get much more than just a megapixel-count boost.

A new leak now purports to show off the Redmi Pad and Xiaomi 12T Pro ahead of launch. The latter appears to sport a 200 MP camera just as rumored, with a rear design language consistent with other Xiaomi 12 series phones this year.

Asus has confirmed that the ROG Phone 6D Ultimate will launch later in September 2022. The MediaTek Dimensity 9000 Plus-powered flagship Android smartphone is tipped to debut alongside an additional vanilla 6D variant on that date. The new leak also purports to reveal how both devices will look on their unveiling.

HMD Global is taking its strategy of releasing affordable, midrange/low-end smartphones that promise good battery life and build quality a bit further with the launch of the Nokia X30 5G and Nokia G60 5G phones. Both phones pack Snapdragon 695 SoCs, bigger power packs than their predecessors, and 3 years of OS updates.

Available on Amazon starting today, the GameSir X2 Pro is an Xbox licensed mobile gaming controller that was designed for Xbox cloud gaming on Android smartphones. Its features include ALPS analog joysticks and Hall Effect analog triggers, textured rubber grips, and more. The price tag reads US$79.99.

Sony has officially launched the Xperia 5 IV, with the compact smartphone brimming with fan-favorite features. The device has space for a 3.5 mm audio jack, microSD slot, and it also comes with an LED notification light. The 6.1-inch Sony Xperia 5 IV is priced at US$999/£949/€1049, with availability depending on region.

An Apple iPhone 14 series pricing forecast has been put together by a research analyst company offering up what could be the most-accurate price prediction yet. There could even be good news on the horizon in regard to the standard iPhone 14 price, while the iPhone 14 Pro models come with a higher price than their predecessors but with an initial storage bump to sweeten the deal.

The Sony Xperia 5 IV has turned up in some supposed first press shots courtesy of leaker Evan Blass. While the compact smartphone hasn’t had a radical design overhaul compared to its predecessor, it’s clear to see that Sony has put some love into the looks of the Xperia 5 IV, which stands out with an elegant aesthetic. Color choices and a couple of key specifications are also revealed.

Another Apple iPhone 14 information dump has surfaced online with many of the details contained in it either repeated from other sources or refinements of existing rumors. However, the list of 10 supposed leaks does feature one that will excite many fans as it is in regard to the iPhone 14 price tag.
Ian Zelbo has now created a new set of iPhone 14/Pro renderings in the leaked colors.

The Redmi Pad will be Xiaomi's first truly budget tablet and is expected to take on devices like the Realme Pad X and the OPPO Pad Air. More details of the affordable tablet have now also been revealed, with an alleged MediaTek Helio G99 beneath the hood being one notable takeaway.

The P50 Pocket is Huawei's inaugural clamshell foldable smartphone that launched in early 2022. Now, it seems the OEM may launch an updated model without delay. It seems to have a larger secondary display and battery capacity than that of the Pocket, albeit with less of an eye-catching finish and an unchanged design otherwise.

Samsung has introduced the Galaxy A04s, a new entry-level smartphone with plenty of upgrades compared to the Galaxy A04. Not only has Samsung included a faster display in the Galaxy A04s, but it has also equipped the device with a more modern SoC than the Galaxy A04 and an additional rear-facing camera.

The iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are heavily rumored to be equipped with 48 MP main cameras. In addition to that, the two Pro models will feature significantly improved ultra-wide-angle cameras, with a rumored sensor change that would see them outperform even the iPhone 12 Pro's main camera.

The Apple iPhone SE (4th generation) will apparently be based on the Apple iPhone XR. The claim was made by YouTuber Jon Prosser in a recent podcast during a segment about future iPhones. If this is the case, then the iPhone SE 2023 (or iPhone SE 4) will not feature a home button and should offer much better battery life than the iPhone SE 3.

Android 13 supports Bluetooth LE Audio by default, although some features are Bluetooth chip reliant rather than being available to every Android smartphone. A recent Android Open Source Project code change suggests that Google is planning to bring higher fidelity Bluetooth LE Audio to the Pixel 7 series, including next year's Pixel 7a.

Google Research has presented RawNeRF, an AI-based camera software that dramatically improves the results of low-light images. Perhaps a taste of what is to come for future Google Pixel smartphones, RawNeRF eclipses what Google Night Sight can currently achieve.

A YouTuber has demonstrated how to bring a slice of Windows 11 and Windows Phone to the Galaxy Z Fold4, one of Samsung's latest foldable smartphones. Surprisingly, Samsung makes it easy to run two launchers simultaneously, with one serving the cover display and the other running when the foldable display is active.

Huawei has scheduled the launch of its Mate 50 series of mobile devices just ahead of that for Apple's iPhone 14 line in 2022. Despite this, the OEM has already opened reservations for the smartphones via an official website. It claims to have amassed well over a million of these expressions of interest in the 4G/LTE-only hardware so far.

Apple has completed hardware tests on satellite connectivity for its iPhone devices according to a new report from a respected analyst. While satellite communication may not be the most trumpeted feature of the upcoming iPhone 14 range, its implementation could have far-reaching consequences in regard to interaction via smartphone.

The well-known portable/off-grid power supply OEM Jackery has announced that it is coming to IFA 2022 with a new product in tow. The company has yet to reveal any specs for the new unit, although Jackery has also revealed that it can be reserved from its launch date, and that its first 300 pre-orders will come with free gifts.

The Motorola Edge 30 Neo is thought to launch soon as a potentially affordable Android smartphone with a 120Hz P-OLED display. Now, the device's latest leak purports to offer a glimpse of this screen for the first time. It is depicted as having a punch-hole selfie camera and a high-end look to its edges.