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The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 should debut in about half a dozen devices later this month. (Image source: Qualcomm - edited)

Snapdragon 8s Gen 4: Leaker names which Android OEMs will be using Qualcomm's new high-end chipset

According to a reliable leaker, iQOO will be the first Android OEM to use Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset. Arriving later this month, the iQOO Z10 Turbo Pro will soon be joined by other Snapdragon 8s Gen 4-powered smart...

Alex Alderson, 03 Apr 2025 23:00

Samsung is rumoured to put older flagship components to use in the Galaxy Z Flip 'Fan Edition'. (Image source: OnLeaks & Sammy Guru)

Galaxy Z Flip FE: Samsung's cut-price foldable may not even match performance of Galaxy Z Flip5

The first Fan Edition of the Galaxy Z Flip may take from several of Samsung's recent Galaxy S and Galaxy Z Flip smartphones. As a result, the Galaxy Z Flip FE or Galaxy Z Flip7 FE appears set to offer a distinctly last-generation ...

Alex Alderson, 03 Apr 2025 22:29

Qi2, now with CryoBoost. (Image source: ESR)

ESR Qi2 Wireless Car Charger gets cooler with CryoBoost

ESR has just released a new version of its Qi2 Magnetic Wireless Car Charger with its CryoBoost cooling technology. The MagSafe-style accessory can be installed on a car's dashboard or its vent for potentially secure iPhone chargi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Apr 2025 19:15

New information about the Google Pixel 10 series' cameras has emerged online (image source: Android Headline)

Google Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Pixel 10 Pro XL camera leak highlights intriguing mix of upgrades and stagnation

A new leak tells us important camera specifications of the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Pixel 10 Pro XL. The vanilla Pixel gets some upgrades, but they do not trickle over to the Pro and Fold variants.

Anil Ganti, 03 Apr 2025 17:24

The X200 Ultra will follow in the footsteps of the X100 Ultra, pictured, with three rear-facing cameras. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X200 Ultra: Official camera samples highlight strength of new 35 mm and 85 mm cameras

Vivo has now revealed the portrait shot capabilities of the X200 Ultra in a new set of official camera samples. In the process, the company has confirmed that the Vivo X200 Ultra will combine its native 85 mm telephoto camera with...

Alex Alderson, 03 Apr 2025 16:40

The Realme GT7 will be one of the first devices to ship with MediaTek's latest flagship chipset. (Image source: Realme)

MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ to arrive later this month inside Realme GT7 flaunting 100 W charging and over 7,000 mAh battery capacity

Realme has confirmed crucial aspects about its next high-end smartphone. Replacing the GT6 later in April, the Realme GT7 will combine MediaTek's new Dimensity 9400+ chipset with a battery surpassing 7,000 mAh in capacity and 100 ...

Alex Alderson, 03 Apr 2025 16:30

The Razr 60 Ultra appears set to launch in four colour options with various finishes. (Image source: via Evan Blass)

Motorola Razr 60 Ultra confirmed to outperform Razr 50 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip6 with Snapdragon 8 Elite

The next-generation in Motorola's famed Razr lineup is rumoured to be almost upon us. Allegedly arriving imminently, a leaked promotional video has given away key clues about the prospective performance of the Razr 60 Ultra thanks...

Alex Alderson, 03 Apr 2025 15:25

The iPad Mini (2024) could be the last of its kind with an LCD. (Image Source: Apple)

New leaks reveal early details of next-gen Apple iPad Mini

Reports of Apple abandoning the iPad Mini in favor of a foldable iPhone are inaccurate, a new leak claims. Supposedly, the development of the next-gen iPad Mini is well underway, with early information on the OLED tablet now surfa...

Ricci Rox, 03 Apr 2025 10:47

Unofficial render of the OnePlus 13T. (Image Source: WhyLab)

OnePlus 13T visits AnTuTu with class-leading benchmark scores ahead of launch

The OnePlus 13T is a few weeks away from its official debut but has now made its first trip over to AnTuTu. The device delivers a total score of over three million, potentially making it the most powerful Android smartphone ever t...

Ricci Rox, 03 Apr 2025 10:24

Xiaomi introduced the Poco F7 Pro and Poco F7 Ultra globally less than a month ago. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi teases 'one more Poco' release amid rumours about Poco F7 5G

Xiaomi is fresh from releasing the Poco M7 Pro 5G, Poco F7 Pro and Poco F7 Ultra globally. Nonetheless, one of the company's Poco subsidiaries has hinted that 'one more Poco' is on the way amid rumours of a Poco F7 5G being in the...

Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2025 20:05

OnePlus 13T: Upcoming compact phone confirmed to feature a larger battery than OnePlus 13

The OnePlus 13T is all set to launch in April. It will be a compact flagship Android phone, featuring a battery capacity of over 6,000mAh and weighing 185g.

Huzefa Baloch, 02 Apr 2025 20:03

The Xperia 1 VII has a few mysterious sensors above its periscope zoom camera. (Image source: OnLeaks & XpertPick)

Sony Xperia 1 VII revealed in first render images amid rumours of spring 2025 launch

The first render images of Sony's next-generation flagship smartphone have appeared online. Showcasing a slightly wider design with a thicker camera housing than the Xperia 1 VI, the images coincide with fresh rumours that the Xpe...

Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2025 18:06

Like its predecessor, the Xiaomi 16 Pro is unlikely to be released globally. Pictured - Xiaomi 15 Pro (Image Source: Lee Qi on Weibo)

Early Xiaomi 16 series launch plans revealed in new leak

The Xiaomi 16 series will arrive later in the year with bigger displays, thinner bezels, flat screens, and upgraded cameras. However, a new leak indicates that, as with previous generations, one of the models in the lineup is set ...

Ricci Rox, 02 Apr 2025 17:35

The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 is designed to help less expensive flagships achieve better performance. (Image source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm announces Snapdragon 8s Gen 4: Up to 49% more performance for affordable flagships

The more affordable alternative to the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite now has an official name: Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. This new chip is reportedly up to 49% faster than its predecessor, making it ideal for “flagship killers” a...

Hannes Brecher, 02 Apr 2025 17:11

The Flash Pro Ultra. (Image source: Chargeasap)

Chargeasap Flash Pro Ultra debuts as new, multi-MacBook-charging, up-to-275W power bank

Chargeasap asserts that its latest power bank can charge three MacBooks at once thanks to its new max output of 275 watts (W). The 25,000mAh accessory has dual OLED screens to track its remaining battery and status of its individu...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Apr 2025 17:06

The Poco M7 Pro 5G has reached Europe and the UK in three colour options. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Poco M7 Pro 5G now available globally with launch discounts to rival Redmi Note 14 5G but for under $200

Xiaomi has now given the Poco M7 Pro 5G a wider release, having previously confined it to India. While the Poco M7 Pro 5G shares many of its features with the Redmi Note 14 5G, it does so at a much lower price point.

Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2025 16:37

The X200 Ultra will feature a dedicated capture button like the iPhone 16 Pro Max. (Image source: Vivo - edited)

Vivo X200 Ultra: Upgraded 200 MP telephoto camera delivers impressive results even at up to 30x zoom

The Vivo X200 Ultra has a single telephoto camera to the two that the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Find X8 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 Ultra contain. Nonetheless, hardware improvements to the X200 Ultra's 200 MP telephoto camera mean that it should ...

Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2025 16:30

The Galaxy S25 Edge is reportedly still on track for a Q2 2025 release. (Image source: via Max Jambor)

Galaxy S25 Edge: Conflicting reports emerge of up to two-month delay for Samsung's ultra-thin flagship

Almost three months have passed since Samsung first showcased the Galaxy S25 Edge. Officially, the company has not revealed any further details yet. However, various sources now report that Samsung has been forced to postpone the ...

Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2025 16:19

Samsung's first tri-fold, likely called the Galaxy G Fold, could once again be exclusive to China and South Korea. (Image source: Alexander Fagot, Notebookcheck)

Early signs of Samsung's first tri-fold deliver disappointing news for European and American markets

The first clear evidence of Samsung’s answer to the Huawei Mate XT has finally surfaced. This strongly suggests that a Samsung tri-fold device, possibly named the Galaxy G Fold, is expected to be unveiled this year. However, the l...

Alexander Fagot, 02 Apr 2025 15:36

The Edge 60 Pro is rumoured to retail for about €600 (~$650) in the Eurozone. (Image source: via Evan Blass)

Motorola Edge 60 Pro revealed in new leaks with performance upgrades touted over predecessor

The Motorola Edge 60 Pro is set to launch later this year with a familiar design for fans of the Edge 50 Pro. Seemingly, the device's arrival could be right around the corner and with a noticeable performance boost thanks to the M...

Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2025 13:50

The Alcatel 1B (2022) was one of the last Alcatel smartphones released in recent years. (Image source: Alcatel)

TCL unveils plans for new Alcatel smartphones for India

TCL owns the license to manufacture and sell Alcatel-branded smartphones, but it has been a few years since it announced any new models. That is about to change as there are plans to unveil new Alcatel smartphones that will be man...

Habeeb Onawole, 02 Apr 2025 12:27

The Motorola Edge 60 Fusion features a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 processor (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Edge 60 Fusion: Motorola’s new midrange smartphone arrives with quad-curved display and faux-canvas finish

Motorola has introduced a new mid-range Edge 60 Fusion smartphone in the global markets. Powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 processor, the smartphone ships with several AI-powered features, including circle to search, AI magic e...

Abhinav Fating, 02 Apr 2025 11:58

The battery of the Google Pixel 9a automatically becomes weaker after just 200 charging cycles. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel 9a comes with new feature that weakens the battery after just 200 charging cycles

The Google Pixel 9a will be delivered in just a few days. The mid-range smartphone comes with a new "battery life optimization" feature, which shortens the battery life after just 200 charging cycles and also reduces the charging ...

Hannes Brecher, 02 Apr 2025 04:03

Samsung is expected to release a new Pro variant of the Galaxy XCover 7 (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Faster Snapdragon for Samsung's rugged smartphone: Leak unveils Galaxy XCover 7 Pro

More than a year after the launch of the Galaxy XCover 7, Samsung is apparently planning to launch an upgraded Pro model of the rugged mid-range smartphone. This new handset has already appeared in a certification and benchmark.

Hannes Brecher, 02 Apr 2025 01:09

The Redmi A5 features a 32 MP main camera (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi A5 launches as a new entry-level smartphone with 120 Hz display and 5,200 mAh battery

Xiaomi has officially announced the Redmi A5 entry-level smartphone globally. Offered in midnight black, lake green, sandy gold, and ocean blue colorways, the A5 comes with a 120 Hz display, a Unisoc T7250 processor, up to 4 GB of...

Abhinav Fating, 01 Apr 2025 20:08

The Vivo X200s should line up as a cheaper alternative to the Vivo X200 Ultra. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo reveals full plans for April smartphone, smartwatch and tablet releases

Vivo has now revealed which devices will be joining its new camera flagship later this month during a simultaneous launch event. Not only will the Vivo X200s be debuting alongside the Vivo X200 Ultra, but so will the Vivo Watch 5 ...

Alex Alderson, 01 Apr 2025 18:10

The Vivo X200 Ultra should arrive in the wake of the Find X8 Ultra. (Image source: Weibo - edited)

Vivo X200 Ultra: Executive reveals camera samples from top-tier ultra-wide-angle camera

The Vivo X200 Ultra will be officially released later this month. In the meantime, a company executive has shared specifications and samples taken with the X200 Ultra's new ultra-wide-angle camera.

Alex Alderson, 01 Apr 2025 17:52

The Nubia Z70S Ultra Photographer Edition appears to share the same underlying design as the Z70 Ultra pictured. (Image source: ZTE)

Nubia Z70S Ultra: ZTE teases new Photographer Edition refresh with 'fifth generation 35 mm high definition optics'

ZTE is gearing to refresh the Nubia Z70 Ultra with a more powerful variant. Launching later this month as the Nubia Z70S Ultra Photographer Edition, the new device will showcase upgraded 35 mm camera hardware and possibly the rumo...

Alex Alderson, 01 Apr 2025 17:34

This new Lenovo gaming tablet will likely launch globally as a Lenovo Legion Tab model. (Image Source: Lenovo)

New Lenovo Legion gaming tablet on the way as details emerge in new leak

Lenovo is set to launch a new gaming tablet shortly. This tablet will likely be a refresh of the Legion Y700 (2025) which debuted towards the end of last year, and is tipped to bring both performance and design upgrades.

Ricci Rox, 01 Apr 2025 11:32

"Small, powerful, and beautiful OnePlus 13T. See you this month." (Image Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 13T: OnePlus officially confirms existence of rumored Google Pixel-inspired compact flagship

The OnePlus 13T is coming. OnePlus has now officially confirmed the existence of the compact flagship in a series of posts on Weibo, with an adjacent leak indicating the phone will take inspiration from the design of Google's Pixe...

Ricci Rox, 01 Apr 2025 08:31

The Vivo Y300 Pro+ has an almost bezel-less curved display (Image source: Vivo)

7,300mAh battery and 5,000-nit AMOLED display at mid-range price: Vivo unveils the Y300 Pro+

The brand-new Y300 Pro+ packs a gigantic 7,300mAh battery into a sleek chassis that is just 0.31 inches thin. A Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 and an OLED display with an impressive peak HDR brightness of 5,000 nits round out the intriguing ...

Hannes Brecher, 31 Mar 2025 22:14

A Find X8 Ultra in the wild(?). (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Oppo Find X8 Ultra backed to be a thinner flagship Android smartphone with bigger battery

Oppo is slated to launch the Find X8 Ultra as its long-awaited Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered Android flagship with top-end Hasselblad-branded cameras. It has allegedly popped up in some new leaks, which purports to demonstrate that t...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Mar 2025 21:45

The Armor X32 Pro is a new rugged smartphone with a night vision camera (Image source: Ulefone)

Rugged smartphone with night vision for under $220: Ulefone Armor X32 Pro to launch soon

The Ulefone Armor X32 Pro is a new smartphone that offers a night vision camera and a rugged design. The phone is also relatively compact and has a relatively small display as a result.

Silvio Werner, 31 Mar 2025 21:25

Xiaomi Poco C71: New affordable phone teaser reveals differences vs the Redmi A5

Xiaomi is all ready to launch its latest affordable phone, named Poco C71 in just a few days, if the latest teaser is any indication. Thanks to previous leaks on the Redmi A5, we already know most of the model's specifications, al...

Anton Avdyushkin, 31 Mar 2025 20:38

The "Find X8s+". (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Oppo Find X8s+ leaks with same battery size as OnePlus 13

One of Oppo's next Android smartphones is thought to debut with the same premium 120Hz AMOLED display as the pre-existing Find X8. However, the two devices are far from identical, according to the latest leaks. The newer handset i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Mar 2025 19:59

A new "Find X8s" render. (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Oppo Find X8s tipped to have smaller battery than OnePlus 13T

The Oppo Find X8s is slated to launch as a premium Android smartphone with new flagship-grade silicon and an unusually small ~6.3-inch display. It is now tipped to be thinner and lighter than its 'normal' X8 counterpart, yet have ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Mar 2025 19:24

Vivo has compared the X200 Ultra several times against the iPhone 16 Pro Max so far. (Image source: Vivo - edited)

Vivo X200 Ultra: New 35 mm camera flagship shines in official video sample against iPhone 16 Pro Max

Vivo continues to push the X200 Ultra on the strengths of its camera hardware ahead of its full launch next month. This time, the company has showcased video stabilisation against the iPhone 16 Pro Max, which is touted as the king...

Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2025 19:08

Google appears to have made next to no visual changes with its new foldable. (Image source: Android Headlines & OnLeaks)

Update | Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Leaked images reveal design of Google's next foldable smartphone

Updated: Device dimensions now revealed. The first render images of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold have been published online. Supposedly based on leaked CADs, the images suggest that it will be difficult, if not impossible, to tell Google...

Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2025 18:16

The Razr 60 Ultra will run Android 15 when it launches later this year. (Image source: via Evan Blass)

Motorola Razr 60 Ultra surfaces in new leak with battery and camera upgrades revealed

The next Motorola Razr appears on track for a spring release. Now, a respected leaker has shared fresh information about the so-called Razr 60 Ultra that suggests battery and camera upgrades are also in store compared to last year...

Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2025 16:22

Qualcomm may announce the rumored Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 on April 2 (Image source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm teases new flagship product amid Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 launch rumors

Amid rumors about the launch of Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, Qualcomm has scheduled a launch event for a new flagship product. The event is set for April 2nd, 2025, and it's expected to fully unveil the latest affordable flagship SoC.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 31 Mar 2025 09:35

The Sony Walkman W-series phones were introduced in 2005 under the Sony Ericsson mark. (Image source: Sony - edited)

Exciting Sony Xperia 1 VII camera news surfaces along with a surprise mention of the Walkman brand

A snippet of information about the Sony Xperia 1 VII camera equipment has been shared by a well-known source, as well as a somewhat cryptic comment about the Walkman brand. There is some belief that the Xperia 1 VII might be relea...

Daniel R Deakin, 30 Mar 2025 23:19

OnePlus and Realme tipped to release world's first MediaTek Dimensity 9400e smartphones

MediaTek is now believed to counter Qualcomm's supposedly upcoming Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset with a corresponding sub-flagship SoC of its own. It will have a name reflecting that status, albeit not the one specified in an earlie...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Mar 2025 20:37

The Armor 30 Pro is now available for purchase (Image source: Ulefone)

Ulefone Armor 30 Pro with 16GB RAM and night vision now orderable

The Ulefone Armor 30 Pro can now be ordered. It's a rugged smartphone that features a large secondary screen on the back as well as a night vision camera that can take photos in low-light conditions.

Silvio Werner, 30 Mar 2025 20:21

Notebookcheck has reviewed the Samsung Galaxy S25 (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

Review verdict on the Galaxy S25: Samsung's compact smartphone needs better hardware

Thanks to a compact design and comprehensive feature set, the Galaxy S25 offers an interesting package. However, the Samsung phone showed a few self-inflicted weaknesses in our recent review. For more details on where we see the m...

Marcus Herbrich, 30 Mar 2025 19:55

Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro specs and design hinted at in new leak

The Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro is projected to introduce an upcoming Qualcomm chipset to its series of Android smartphones later in 2025. Now, a new leak purports to confirm whether it will get other upgrades on its supposed launch. It als...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Mar 2025 18:13

The Realme GT 7(?). (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Realme GT 7: New design predicted for rumored 7,000mAh smartphone

The Realme GT series' next member is thought to launch with an improved version of the brand's new and massive 7,000mAh battery for Android smartphones. Now, the "7" is thought to have a new look as well, backed to emphasize its a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Mar 2025 17:33

The Dimensity 9400+ debuts on April 11. (Image Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ on Oppo Find X8s series blows past Snapdragon 8 Elite phones in AI benchmark listing

The MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ will not only bring improved CPU performance over the vanilla Dimensity 9400. In addition, the flagship chipset will offer better AI performance that also sees it surpass the Snapdragon 8 Elite in a ne...

Ricci Rox, 30 Mar 2025 12:25

The OnePlus 13T is said to sport two vertically-stacked rear cameras. (Image Source: OPPO via WhyLab)

OnePlus 13T to deliver "radical performance" after OnePlus 13 woes

The OnePlus 13T is slated to launch at the end of April as OnePlus's compact Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered device. Despite its smaller frame, the 13T could offer better performance than the OnePlus 13 which disappointed in our tests.

Ricci Rox, 30 Mar 2025 10:43

There is some expectation that the Sony Xperia 1 VII release date will fall in May 2025. (Image source: Sony/@mobaziro - edited)

More supposed Sony Xperia 1 VII case renders turn up to support microphone movement rumor

More alleged renders for a Sony Xperia 1 VII protective case have been shared online, which appear to promote the rumor that Sony has relocated the microphone for the Xperia 1 VII. One of the renders is very similar to one that wa...

Daniel R Deakin, 29 Mar 2025 22:39