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The P50 Pocket has a 1-inch outer display. (Image source: Harper's Bazaar China)

Huawei P50 Pocket: Harper's Bazaar China reveals promotional photos as display specifications leak

Harper's Bazaar China has published several photos of the P50 Pocket ahead of its official announcement on December 23. Separately, several display specifications have leaked, courtesy of Ross Young.

Alex Alderson, 16 Dec 2021 15:15

OnePlus refers internally to the Nord 2 CE as 'Ivan'. (Image source: 91mobiles & @heyitsyogesh)

OnePlus Nord 2 CE: Renders confirm the loss of the alert slider and at least two launch colours

OnePlus may be up to three months away from launching the Nord 2 CE, but leaked renders have revealed the device from almost every angle. The mid-range smartphone is tipped to arrive in a minimum of two colours, both powered by th...

Alex Alderson, 16 Dec 2021 15:12

You can buy a Pixel 6a case now, months before its release. (Image source: AliExpress)

Case makers are already selling Google Pixel 6a accessories online

The arrival of the Pixel 6a may be a while off yet, but case makers have already started offering accessories for the mid-range smartphone. All case makers rely on identical designs, which include two rear-facing cameras.

Alex Alderson, 16 Dec 2021 14:30

The Honor Play 30 Plus will be available in multiple colours. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Play 30 Plus unveiled with a 90 Hz display, a Dimensity 700 SoC and a 5,000 mAh battery

Honor has presented the Play 30 Plus, a cheap smartphone with a few eye-catching features. The Play 30 Plus starts at CNY 1,099 (~US$172) in China with 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage.

Alex Alderson, 16 Dec 2021 14:18

The Honor X30 5G looks like a Mate 40 Pro from the back. (Image source: Honor)

Honor X30 5G: New mid-range smartphone arrives with a 120 Hz display and 66 W charging at a reasonable price

With the X30 5G, Honor has introduced a new mid-range smartphone with plenty going for it. The Honor X30 5G has a 6.8-inch, 120 Hz and 1080p display, a 4,800 mAh battery and a 48 MP triple camera. 66 W fast charging is on board to...

Alex Alderson, 16 Dec 2021 14:10

Oppo has built its retractable camera around the Sony IMX766. (Image source: Weibo)

Oppo introduces its in-house retractable camera technology based around the 50 MP Sony IMX766

Sony has revealed its retractable camera, an in-house system that utilises the 50 MP Sony IMX766. The retractable camera hardware offers up to 2x optical zoom, splash and dust resistance and drop protection.

Alex Alderson, 16 Dec 2021 13:08

OnePlus 10 Pro renders. (Source: OnLeaks x Zouton US)

OnePlus 10 Pro specifications and details revealed in new leak

The OnePlus 10 Pro will be OnePlus's next-gen flagship phone and a new leak has now revealed its major specs. Most notable is improved charging speeds, thanks to 80 W wired charging and 50 W wireless charging.

Ricci Rox, 16 Dec 2021 08:19

The Google Pixel 6 series gets its first wonky update. (Source; Techidroid)

The December update for the Google Pixel 6 series may be breaking signal reception

Google rarely sends out destructive updates but when it does, it tends to get rather messy. The December security patch seems to be towing that line, with owners mostly across Europe reporting severe hits to signal reception after...

Ricci Rox, 16 Dec 2021 08:09

Google announces Android 12 (Go Edition), bringing new privacy features and better performance

Google has announced Android 12 (Go Edition). The new version of Android 12 will feature better performance, longer battery life, improved privacy features, and new sharing options. Devices with Android 12 (Go Edition) will make t...

Fawad Murtaza, 15 Dec 2021 23:03

The Mi Mix 4 might lose its unique status soon. (Source: Xiaomiui)

Rumor | The Xiaomi 12 series will include a variant with an under-display camera

The Xiaomi 12 series is projected to launch soon, so as to grab that Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 hype while it's hot. A potentially last-minute leak asserts that the new line of smartphones will come with the OEM's under-display camera, he...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Dec 2021 20:18

MIUI 12.5.10 on Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro details, update available mid-December 2021 (Source: Own)

MIUI 12.5.10 Enhanced Edition brings last month's security patch to the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro

Most likely the final step before the arrival of the MIUI 13 firmware, the MIUI 12.5.10 update hits the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro handsets. While this update has only 160 MB and includes the November 2021 security patch alongside the usua...

Codrut Nistor, 15 Dec 2021 19:36

Samsung teases its CES 2022 keynote. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung confirms a date and time for its CES 2022 keynote

Samsung has announced that it will kick its next Consumer Experience Show (CES) experience off with a keynote on the event's opening day in early January 2022. The OEM has yet to divulge the content of this speech, although specul...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Dec 2021 19:30

The Vivo S12 Pro should launch on December 22 alongside at least one other S12 series smartphone. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo S12 Pro to launch with a 108 MP triple camera and two front-facing cameras

Vivo has shared more information about the S12 Pro, scheduled for release on December 22. The S12 Pro has five cameras, including a 108 MP primary sensor. The device will launch in three colours, all with curved displays.

Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 13:30

The P50 Pocket appears to have a textured back panel. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei P50 Pocket: Design revealed in two new teasers with a striking back panel

Huawei continues to tease the P50 Pocket, its next foldable smartphone. The P50 Pocket is due to arrive on December 23, but the company has decided to inform fans of its stylish design ahead of time.

Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 13:10

The Oppo Find N is among the cheapest foldables on the market. (Image Source: Oppo)

Oppo Find N foldable eliminates the crease and is nearly US$600 cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3

Oppo has finally unveiled its first foldable, the Find N. The Find N aims to improve usability over the likes of the Galaxy Z Fold 3 with a compact form factor when folded and a large-enough landscape mode when fully opened. The F...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 15 Dec 2021 11:39

The Redmi Note 11 4G, Redmi 10 2022 and Redmi 10 Prime 2022 are all the same device. (Image source: Google Play Console via @stufflistings)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 4G to arrive as the Redmi 10 2022 globally and the Redmi 10 Prime 2022 in India

The Redmi 10 2022 has surfaced on the Google Play Console. MIUI code confirms that the Redmi 10 2022 is Xiaomi's global version of the Redmi Note 11 4G, launched last month. The Redmi Note 11 4G should also be arriving in India as...

Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 11:12

The Samsung Galaxy A52. (Source: TechnikNews)

Samsung Galaxy A53 set to be saddled with the Exynos 1200 as Geekbench listing reveals lackluster performance

The Galaxy A53 will succeed the Galaxy A52 as Samsung's mid-range phone of choice. The A53 appears to have made the trip over to Geekbench, revealing its CPU, GPU, and RAM in the process. Sadly, though, CPU performance as shown lo...

Ricci Rox, 15 Dec 2021 08:00

The MediaTek Dimensity 9000 shows a strong lead. (Source

MediaTek Dimensity 9000: Leak reveals AI benchmark results and efficiency information versus the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1

A new leak has now thrown more light on the performance of the upcoming MediaTek Dimensity 9000, particularly in comparison to its fiercest rival, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. Information on both AI performance, efficiency, and power c...

Ricci Rox, 15 Dec 2021 07:15

The successor to Samsung's current generation wireless chargers could top up your phone within 1 hour. (Image source: Samsung)

An FCC filing for Samsung's 25W wireless charger hints that wireless fast-charging could arrive alongside the Samsung Galaxy S22

According to a recent FCC filing, Samsung is currently working on 25W fast wireless charging technology. While the tech certainly did not make it in time for the Galaxy S21's launch, Samsung's 2022 smartphone lineup could support ...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 15 Dec 2021 05:11

Honor's new X30 teaser. (Source: Honor via Weibo)

The new Honor X30 smartphone emerges with mid-range specs and flagship looks

Honor has now announced that it will launch the X30 later in December 2021. Prior to that, it is now listed on JD.com ahead of its first retail event. This page reveals that it has a similar design to that of the OEM's current fla...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Dec 2021 22:35

The S22 series goes hands-on in a new leak. (Source: OnLeaks via Twitter)

Rumor | The entire Galaxy S22 series appears in an alleged hands-on video

Samsung's rumored Galaxy S22 series has reportedly surfaced in a number of still-image leaks to date. Now, there is a video online that seems to show dummies of all 3 of its putative variants in the wild. The new clip may reveal v...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Dec 2021 21:33

The Galaxy S22 Note, Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 from left to right. (Image source: @heyitsyogesh)

Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 Note wallpapers appear to confirm tweaked aspect ratios and display resolutions

Reportedly, official Galaxy S22 series wallpapers have already emerged online. Supposedly, the wallpapers reveal the aspect ratios and the display resolutions of all models, including the Galaxy S22 Note.

Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2021 20:07

The Pixel 6 series is now receiving its December 2021 update. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro receive new features and bug fixes with new updates

Google has started rolling out new features and bug fixes to the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro as part of its December 2021 updates. The Pixel Feature Drop is available now as an OTA or a factory image for both devices.

Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2021 18:24

Realme hints at three "world's firsts" to come in the form of the new GT2 smartphone series

Realme has teased its upcoming GT2 Pro Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 flagship smartphone in some of interesting respects ahead of its December 20, 2021 launch. The premium device is now slated to debut 3 industry-first features. In addition,...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Dec 2021 17:53

MIUI 13 will arrive on the Mi 11 and Redmi K40 series first. (Image source: Xiaomiui)

Stable MIUI 13 updates to arrive for ten Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones before the end of the year

Reportedly, Xiaomi will offer MIUI 13 upgrades to ten smartphones this month. Smartphones as old as the Mi 10S could be upgraded, along with the Mi 11, Mi 11 Ultra and the Redmi K40 series. The Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G could be in lin...

Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2021 15:41

The P50 Pocket will debut on December 23. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei launch date and name of its next foldable smartphone

Huawei has confirmed that its next foldable smartphone is not called the Mate V. Additionally, the company has announced when it will reveal the flagship smartphone, due alongside the Watch D. Huawei describes the foldable as 'com...

Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2021 15:35

MariSilicon X will work alongside the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo announces in-house MariSilicon X chip for handling improving photos and videos on future Find X series flagship smartphones

Oppo has confirmed that its next Find X flagship smartphone will debut in Q1 2022. The Find X4 Pro or Find X5 Pro will feature the MariSilicon X, an in-house chip that contains an imaging NPU and a 20-bit Imaging Signal Processor.

Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2021 15:29

MIUI 13: New leak reveals features, logo, startup screen, ahead of launch

A new leak has now revealed MIUI 13 assets and features as seen on an official, signed MIUI 13 app from Xiaomi. Notable takeaways include the MIUI 13 logo and welcome page as well as a handful of features, with fans only having a ...

Ricci Rox, 14 Dec 2021 14:30

HiSilicon might have a new product to unveil. (Source: HiSilicon)

Rumor | Huawei HiSilicon will unveil a new ISP at an upcoming conference

The 2021 Chinese International Public Security Expo will take place in late December. Huawei's HiSilicon division is slated to be headed to the event with its latest development: a new image-signalling processor (ISP). This new de...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Dec 2021 23:37

Foldable smartphones might get more affordable soon...sort of. (Source: Samsung)

Rumor | Foldable smartphones should fall to 'normal' flagship status in terms of price in 2022

Foldable devices represent the most cutting-edge mobile device technology around thanks to their flexible main displays in 2021. However, this potential advantage typically comes at a particularly premium price. A famous leaker cl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Dec 2021 22:51

Samsung and IBM present a potential future for tech. (Source: Samsung, IBM)

Samsung and IBM unveil a new kind of transistor for the ultra-efficient chips of the future

Samsung and IBM have come to the ongoing IEDM 2021 International Electronic Components Conference to unveil the vertical transport field effect transistor (VTFET). It is a new property of potential next-gen chipsets that, as the t...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Dec 2021 22:16

Based on recent leaks, the Xiaomi 12 Ultra could sport a quite unique look due to a large circular camera bump housing four Leica lenses (Image: LetsGoDigital)

Beautiful render video shows the Xiaomi 12 Ultra with its rumored Leica quad camera

Based on rumors and the leaked case designs from a few days ago, a gorgeous new concept render video imagines the upcoming Xiaomi 12 Ultra flagship smartphone with a gargantuan circular quad camera setup featuring the reputable Le...

Enrico Frahn, 13 Dec 2021 21:37

The Galaxy S22, S22 Plus and S22 Note in white. (Image source: @heyitsyogesh)

China and the US to receive Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 versions of the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22 Plus as more dummy units leak

Samsung is gearing to release Snapdragon-powered editions of the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22 Plus in China and the US. The pair, along with the Galaxy S22 Note, have also appeared in more hands-on photos. All photos appear to be of ...

Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 18:24

The Redmi K50 Gaming Edition and its Pro sibling could share design cues from the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition, pictured. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi K50 Gaming and K50 Gaming Pro editions to launch with shoulder triggers and flat displays that have centred punch-hole cameras

According to a renowned leaker, Xiaomi has settled on flat displays for the K50 Gaming and K50 Gaming Pro editions. The pair will have centred punch-hole cameras too, along with shoulder triggers like the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition.

Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 18:19

The Oppo Find N will be a lot smaller than the Galaxy Z Fold3. (Image source: Evan Blass)

Oppo Find N: Specifications leak ahead of December 14 announcement

Oppo is set to unveil the Find N tomorrow, its inaugural foldable smartphone. In the meantime, Evan Blass has leaked numerous marketing slides that confirm multiple aspects about the device's display, among other things.

Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 16:17

The Galaxy S22 Ultra should be joined by the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22 Plus in February 2022. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Samsung Galaxy S22 Note: FCC certifies upcoming flagship with a built-in S Pen and a new LED View Cover

The FCC has confirmed that Samsung will release a new LED View Cover alongside the Galaxy S22 Note. The regulatory body also appears to confirm that the Galaxy S22 Note has a built-in S Pen, which would be a first for the Galaxy S...

Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 15:39

The Galaxy S22 should be available in multiple colours. (Image source: Ice Universe)

Leaked Samsung Galaxy S22 hands-on photo emerges in a stealthy colourway with three rear-facing cameras

Ice Universe has shared a hands-on photo of the Galaxy S22, the entry-level option in the Galaxy S22 series. The photo confirms the device's rear design and that it has three rear-facing cameras.

Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 15:28

The OnePlus Nord N20 5G has shown up online once again

Key OnePlus Nord N20 5G design elements highlighted by aluminium dummy

We get yet another peek at the OnePlus Nord N20 5G, thanks to an aluminium dummy of the smartphone. Except for the radically different camera layout, its design is quite similar to the Nord N10 5G.

Anil Ganti, 13 Dec 2021 14:27

The Galaxy S22 Ultra could be marketed as the Galaxy S22 Note. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Galaxy S22 Note spotted as the SM-S908U on Samsung support website and Camera FV-5 database

The Galaxy S22 Ultra is edging closer to being released, possibly as the Galaxy S22 Note. In that vein, Samsung has confirmed that it plans to release the SM-S908U in China, seemingly with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. The same varian...

Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 13:23

The OnePlus Nord 2 CE could offer a significant upgrade over its predecessor

Leaked OnePlus Nord 2 CE specs suggest that it could pack a MediaTek Dimensity 900 SoC

OnePlus is expected to launch the OnePlus Nord 2 CE in early 2022 for around INR 28,000 (US$370). Some of its key specifications include a 90Hz AMOLED screen, a 4,500mAh battery that supports 65W fast charging, 64MP triple rear ca...

Anil Ganti, 13 Dec 2021 10:47

Realme GT2 Pro set to debut with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 on December 20

Realme looks set to debut its ambitious flagship phone yet, the Realme GT2 Pro, next week. The company has now shared an invitation for a "special event" that will likely see the unveiling of the Realme GT2 series, with the Realme...

Ricci Rox, 13 Dec 2021 10:30

Is this the 12 Pro in a case? (Source: GizmoChina)

Xiaomi 12 Pro: a new case leak contradicts the last with hints at additional camera hardware

The 12 Pro is projected as one of the higher-end new phones Xiaomi should release soon. A recent leak purported to reveal how its cases might look and, thus, how its rear cameras would be arranged. However, a new tip along the sam...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Dec 2021 22:44

Budget Realme phones like the INR 13,999 (US$185) Realme 8i helped the company pip Samsung to second place in the Indian market (Image source: Realme)

Realme overtakes Samsung as the second-largest smartphone brand in India, with 18 percent market share and 9.3 million October units sold

Realme has emerged as India's second-largest smartphone brand, capturing 17 percent market share in October 2021, according to a Counterpoint Research report. The budget smartphone maker overtook Samsung for second place, with ove...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 12 Dec 2021 22:40

Motorola closes the Moto Edge X30's first pre-sale event early as all stock of the new flagship phone sells out

Motorola's Moto Edge X30 is now officially the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-powered smartphone on Earth, as it has been released to pre-order in China. This event was originally intended to run until December 15, 2021; however, a comp...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Dec 2021 18:11

A top-end Galaxy S22 variant render. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

A Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-powered "Samsung Galaxy S22 Note" shows up on Geekbench

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra - or, as the latest rumors have it, S22 Note - is believed to launch with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor in some markets. A new Geekbench 5 listing is thought to correspond with this device, although...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2021 23:23

Anker claims to have become the world's number 1 in mobile charging accessories

Anker now reports that it became the "world's No.1 mobile charging brand" in 2020. It also marked its 10th anniversary as such a company in 2021, and attributes much of its success to becoming a leader in USB Power Delivery- (USB-...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2021 19:13

OxygenOS 12 may have serious problems. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus put the brakes on the Android 12 update for its 9-series flagships

OnePlus announced it was ready to roll the stable version of its Android 12-based software upgrade for the 9 and 9 Pro not long ago. Now, however, the OEM has stated it is necessary to "suspend" this process, thanks to user report...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2021 17:44

A Redmi K50 render. (Source: EasyAccessTech)

The Redmi K50 series allegedly starts to gain approval for sale in China

Redmi is currently tipped to launch one of the most hotly-anticipated line of smartphones as the K50 series, not the least because one of them is tipped to launch with the new MediaTek Dimensity 9000 SoC. This variant - the rumore...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2021 17:12