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SiFive is aiming to catch up to ARM by committing to deliver significant performance improvements in record time. The Performance P650 processors releasing next year will scale to 16 cores and deliver up to 81% performance increase per core compared to ARM's Cortex-A75.

OPPO has confirmed that it is "one of the first" OEMs to have laid hands on the all-new top-end Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, and that the phone based thereon will be out by the end of the first quarter of 2022. Meanwhile, it has also certified a new device that may or may not be its inaugural foldable mobile device.

Xiaomi is building momentum for the release of the Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12X, both expected to arrive this month. As executives continue to tease its upcoming flagships, it is also preparing behind closed doors to bring Android 12 and MIUI 13-based builds to MIUI's Stable channel.

Huawei is now said to launch its inaugural clamshell-style foldable as early as December 2021. A new patent lends more weight to this theory by depicting an innovative new kind of "heat pipe" that looks designed to fit into such a device. It can bend in the middle, thereby potentially lining up nicely with a smaller foldable smartphone's hinge.

Xiaomi is preparing to release the Redmi Note 11 4G globally. The device has already been certified in Germany and the US, but there could also be an Indian variant. The device has a 90 Hz display, a 5,000 mAh battery and a 50 MP primary camera, among other features.

Samsung has issued One UI 4 beta to more former flagship smartphones. This time, the company has upgraded the Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10 Plus, which are both expected to receive stable builds in January 2022.

Nvidia’s plans to acquire fabless chip designer Arm look to be on increasingly shaky ground. The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is suing to block the deal on concerns that it will undermine competition and innovation following complaints raised by Google, Microsoft and Qualcomm.

Xiaomi could only be a few weeks away from unveiling the Xiaomi 12, one of the first smartphones with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. In the meantime, a somewhat questionable render has leaked, as has an image of the upcoming device's back panel. Reportedly, Xiaomi is turning to new methods to obscure the Xiaomi 12's camera housing, too.

The Redmi K50 series is on the way. In addition, Xiaomi will release the Redmi K50 Gaming lineup, and a new leak has now revealed when to expect the phones, as well as corroborating prior information from typically reliable quarters.

The Black Shark 4S Pro is officially the fastest Android smartphone of November 2021. However, its immediate successor might outrun it, as it will launch with Qualcomm's new top-end processor, the Snapdragon 888+. The Xiaomi brand's CEO has hinted that it will combine the SoC with other custom and premium specs to form a mobile gaming powerhouse in 2022.

Typically, Google restricts Feature Drops to its Pixel smartphones. This month, the company has expanded eligibility for its new features to numerous Android devices, including those still running Android 6.0. One of these features is Digital car key (DCK) support, although there are some caveats.

The Galaxy A73 has leaked, courtesy of @OnLeaks. According to the leaker, the Galaxy A73 will be smaller than its predecessor and about the same size as the Galaxy A71. However, the Galaxy A73 will share the Galaxy A72's design, albeit without a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

A listing on the 3C certification website suggests that Nubia's upcoming RedMagic 7 gaming smartphone will allow users to charge its battery at 165W. Other rumoured specs include a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC, a high-refresh-rate AMOLED screen, and more.

The Galaxy A13 5G has often been touted as a kind of advance preview of Samsung's mid-range Android line-up for 2022. Now, it has finally been unleashed and will be available in the United States soon. It offers a 50MP main camera, a 90Hz display and a 3.5MM jack for under US$300.

Qualcomm's unveiling of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset has triggered a flurry of smartphone OEMs proudly announcing that they have secured the cutting-edge silicon for their next flagship devices. Now, the speed-focused brand iQOO has joined this pack, sparking rumors that this "9 series" will be available in at least 1 market apart from China in early 2022.

Motorola has confirmed that it does indeed have a phone powered by the new, flagship-grade Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, and has now also revealed its final product name. The OEM has specified launch and release dates for the smartphone that will, as it asserts, preempt those of Xiaomi with its 12 series.

According to reports, Samsung will launch the Galaxy S21 FE in multiple memory configurations. Incidentally, European pricing has leaked, confirming that the Galaxy S21 FE will be more expensive than the Galaxy S20 FE. The most expensive model could be cheaper than its predecessor, though.

Xiaomi is all the more certain to launch an Android flagship called the 12 Pro in the wake of the OEM's 2021 Snapdragon Tech Summit announcement. Its putative suffix usually implies improved specs, a larger screen included, compared to a corresponding vanilla variant. However, according to a new leak, that may not be the case with this generation of premium smartphones.

OPPO had hinted at a "PC Connect" feature to be introduced alongside its latest UI for smartphones, ColorOS 12. Now, this new facility has officially been launched. This "seamless" syncing, sharing and workflow app for compatible Android devices and computers will not actually be released until 2022, however.

Realme is set to be one of the first OEMs to adopt Qualcomm's new flagship SoC, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. The company, earlier today, announced that its most premium phone yet, the Realme GT2 Pro, will be powered by the new chipset.

The Honor 60 has debuted in China with a Snapdragon 778G SoC and a 120 Hz display. The smartphone contains plenty of hardware also found in the Honor 60 Pro, but with a few sprinklings from the Honor 50 series too.

Honor has showcased the Honor 60 Pro, its latest mid-range smartphone. The Honor 60 Pro will be available in two memory configurations and four colours, starting from CNY 3,699 (~US$581). Its global release date remains unknown, however.

It is only a matter of time before Google kills Android One, its ill-conceived program to bring the 'next billion' people to Android. With all companies but one leaving Android One, Google cannot even compel Nokia to deliver on its promised 'two years of guaranteed Android updates' to the Nokia 9 PureView.

Four unreleased Redmi Note smartphones have appeared in MIUI code. Many feature Samsung's ISOCELL HM2, a 108 MP camera found in the Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus. Some have MediaTek SoCs though, while others have Snapdragon ones.

Apple’s next version of its popular and affordable iPhone SE is set for a Q1 2022 release. The tip comes from Taiwanese research company TrendForce which monitors supply chain activity.

Tipster Ishan Agarwal leaked specifications for the Honor 60 Pro 5G, just a day before the phone is slated for launch. The midrange device will feature a Snapdragon 778G Plus, alongside 8-12GB of RAM and a 108MP primary camera sensor. The 4800 mAh battery supports 66W fast charging.

Just hours after Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 flagship SoC, Xiaomi has announced that the upcoming Xiaomi 12 series would feature the hardware. However, the company has not told us anything more about the devices. Xiaomi is expected to launch the smartphones on December 16, according to rumours.

Even with the Redmi Note 11 series still yet to make its way to the West, Xiaomi appears to have its sights set on the Redmi Note 12 lineup already. A new report now provides some tentative information on when the next generation of the company's vaunted mid-range smartphone series will debut.

Samsung is said to update its Galaxy A line of smartphones with devices with minimal design upgrades compared to the 2021 variants. Now, shots of a rear panel allegedly belonging to one of these next-gen smartphones has reportedly been taken from its factory. It shows camera cut-outs that may also be present in the rest of this "A13's" siblings.

A source from Lenovo has hinted that its mobile subsidiary Motorola will feature during Qualcomm's imminent launch of the Snapdragon 8 Gen1 SoC. Meanwhile, a famous tipster has claimed that the brand will debut a smartphone with a cutting-edge under-display selfie camera in 2022. This would bring its total of devices with one example of state-of-the-art hardware each up to a potential total of 3.

The Redmi Note 11T 5G has just arrived in India, but the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge may not be far behind. The Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge is the Indian version of the Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus, which Xiaomi will limit to one memory configuration and two colours.

The latest leak on the subject of OPPO's alleged first-gen foldable phablet makes it sound like even more of a problem for the market leader Samsung. The new tip purports to specify refresh rates for its primary and secondary displays, thereby hinting vaguely at its looks in the process. On the other hand, it also throws earlier rumors of a launch for the device this year into serious doubt.

According to findings within MIUI code, the Xiaomi 12 and Redmi K50 series will be the first devices to launch with MIUI 13. Both are expected to arrive soon, but the Xiaomi 12 and Redmi K50 series will feature MIUI 13 based on Android 11, not the newer Android 12 variant.

The MediaTek Dimensity 9000 and Dimensity 7000 are expected to topple Qualcomm's performance superiority in the Android space, thanks to impressive manufacturing nodes. At the moment, however, it appears Qualcomm still dominates, at least when running on Xiaomi's MIUI 13 software.

According to reports, Samsung is set to debut the ISOCELL GN5 in the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22 Plus. The pair will also receive an upgraded telephoto camera compared to the Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21 Plus, but it is not camera upgrades all round for Samsung's next flagship smartphones.

The Redmi Note 11T 5G has been launched in India with impressive specs, such as 50MP dual rear cameras, a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging and a 90Hz LCD screen. Its price starts at INR 14,999 (US$200), and it will be available for purchase on December 7 via Amazon and Mi Store.

MediaTek has now confirmed the launch details of its next-gen flagship chipset, the Dimensity 9000. The chipset will debut on December 16 and is expected to offer strong competition to Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888 successor, the egregiously named Snapdragon 8 Gen 1.

The Moto G31 is one of Motorola's latest phones, and brings specs such as an OLED display and a 50MP main camera to the lower mid-range Android smartphone segment. Now, it is bringing this combination of specs to the Indian market. It will be available on Flipkart from December 2021.

An executive associated with Motorola in China has apparently posted on the social media site Weibo using one of the brand's smartphones - just not one released in 2021 as yet. This new official leak has given rise to speculation that the device used is an upcoming flagship powered by the next-gen Snapdragon 8 Gen1 processor.

Reportedly, Huawei is preparing to announce a new foldable smartphone next month in China. Due to launch alongside the Watch D, the foldable will have a clamshell form factor like the Galaxy Z Flip3. Huawei's alternative should undercut Samsung's flagship on price, though.

Rumour has it that there is life in the Mix Fold series, having released the Mi Mix Fold in April. Reputedly, Xiaomi is developing a new model for next year, which would be its second foldable smartphone.

Sony has reportedly patented its own take on the type of controller that also snaps onto a smartphone to double as a grip for the device. This version of the accessory has PlayStation-esque buttons, joysticks and triggers, as one might hope. All in all, the alleged new IP looks very like a DualShock made just for smartphones.

A render showcasing the Realme GT 2 Pro has shown up online. It has a unique camera bump for its triple-camera array. The smartphone is expected to retail at around US$800 and will be launched sometime in Q1, 2022.

MediaTek is set to release a new sub-premium chipset, the Dimensity 7000, and a new leak has now revealed details of the SoC ahead of launch. Specs look impressive, with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 870 tipped to be the new chipset's obvious rival.

The Galaxy A13 is touted as an upcoming source of mid-range 5G smartphone specs at a competitive price. Now, this device is said to have entered mass production at a Samsung facility in India. This new leak might be the best indication of its imminent launch yet.

Realme has confirmed that it will launch successors to its 8-series smartphones with "fantastic" processors. Now, a new leak purports to add that these Android devices will do so in the first quarter of 2022. The new line is also now slated to contain some direct upgrades over its predecessor, as well as a new, more premium-sounding top-end model.

The OEM OPPO has become embroiled in rumors that it was bringing its distinctive N-series of movable-camera smartphones back, and that it would also launch its first-gen foldable phablet soon. A new leak effectively combines both of these claims, indicating that the resulting device is one with a secondary display to handle selfies taken with a high-end main camera.