Xiaomi seeds MIUI 12.5 to the Mi 10 Pro and the Mi 11
MIUI 12.5 is now available to the Mi 11 globally. The Mi 10 Pro has started receiving Xiaomi's latest OS on its European branch, too.
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New Google Pixel 6 Pro renders shed light on camera bump, screen size, thickness, and more
We now have yet another look at the Google Pixel 6 Pro, thanks to some fresh renders that emerged online. They showcase the phone's obnoxiously large camera bump and tell us about some key specs, such as its screen size, thickness...
AUO presents 32-inch inkjet printed AMOLED panel and 5.6-inch rollable dual-sided AMOLED screen
AUO is now able to make 32-inch AMOLED screens with the inkjet printing technology that requires far fewer materials and also reduces production costs. The current 4K 144 Hz panels are said to be brighter and offer a wider color g...
Opera launches the mobile version of its GX "gaming" browser
Opera asserts that it has been inundated with requests for a mobile version of its gaming-focused browser since launching the PC-compatible original. Now, it has delivered with the launch of GX Mobile. It shares many features with...
Verdict for the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G: Xiaomi did a lot right with the thin and light smartphone
The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G did very well in our review. In terms of its thickness and weight, it is a cut above the mid-range competition. The Chinese manufacturer says that the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G is the thinnest 5G smartphone in ...
Sony unveils the Xperia Ace II, a not so compact smartphone
The Xperia Ace II features a 5.5-inch display in a 140 x 68 x 8.9 mm chassis. Not only is it nowhere near as small as compact Xperia smartphones that have gone before it, but it also larger than the Xperia 10 III in all but height...
Android 12 Beta 1 rolls out to over 25 smartphones; risks with installing on OnePlus and Xiaomi devices
Numerous Android OEMs have released the first Android 12 Beta to their devices, following its announcement earlier this week. However, it is worth holding off installing Android 12 beta on a few devices, as there is a risk that th...
Unihertz puts its smallest physical-keyboard phone yet up for crowdfunding
Unihertz has announced the Titan Pocket, the OEM's latest in its line of QWERTY smartphones. With a display of just 3.1 inches in diagonal length, it is the most compact member of its series yet. Nevertheless, it runs Android 11, ...
Google Pixel 5a, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro and Pixel Fold details revealed in Android 12 Beta 1 code
According to a report, Google has up to four Pixel smartphones in development. One is the rumoured Pixel 5a 5G, two are from the Pixel 6 series and the fourth is reputedly Google's first foldable smartphone.
Qualcomm announces further upgrades for the Snapdragon X65 5G modem alongside the new 778G SoC
Qualcomm's 5G Summit has unveiled the Snapdragon 778G, the OEM's latest processor intended to bring next-gen connectivity to more phones in the near future. The company also unveiled heretofore-unheard-of capabilities for its upco...
Pixel 6 renders offer a view of Google's next flagship in multiple colours
New renders have been published of the Pixel 6 series, providing a look at how the upcoming flagship in multiple colours. Google is expected to launch the Pixel 6 alongside the Pixel 6 Pro and the Pixel Watch.
Xiaomi launches the POCO M3 Pro 5G globally for €159
Xiaomi has unveiled its latest mid-range smartphone, the POCO M3 Pro 5G. A re-branded Redmi Note 10 5G, the POCO M3 Pro 5G features a 90 Hz display, a 5,000 mAh battery and MediaTek's Dimensity 700 SoC.
The OPPO K9 might convert into a Realme phone in order to get a global launch
The OPPO K9 5G is a somewhat rare new smartphone in 2021, as it has launched with the lesser-spotted Snapdragon 768G processor. It has debuted as a "performance"-focused device in its OEM's native China; however, there are now sig...
Alleged Google Pixel 5a spec sheet suggests that it is a rebadged Pixel 4a 5G
A new leak tells us that Google's upcoming mid-ranger, the Pixel 5a, is little more than a Pixel 4a with a fresh coat of paint. Some of its key specs include a Snapdragon 765G chipset, a 6.2-inch FHD+ OLED screen, and two rear cam...
EZVIZ launches its first pan/tilt outdoor Wi-Fi home security camera
EZVIZ introduces the C8C as its inaugural outdoor wireless home security camera capable of panning and tilting within its globe-shaped exterior glass shell. Its sensor is rated for FHD recording, as well as night vision in color a...
Chip shortages could be fueled further by Covid-19 resurgence in Taiwan
The latest resurgence of Covid-19 in Taiwan is forcing many Taiwanese tech firms to strengthen the anti-pandemic measures once again. TSMC, Acer, Asustek, AUO, Adata, Team Group, Apacer and PCB makers are now forced to adopt flexi...
Samsung Galaxy A52 smartphone review: Significantly more affordable without 5G
SoC from 2019. Those who can live without 5G will be able to get the Samsung Galaxy A52 for about 70 Euros (~$85) less, depending on the configuration. While there is still an older SoC, the option to choose between two storage configurations continues to be available. Our test evaluates the capabilities of the more powerful of the two.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Qualcomm Adreno 618 | 6.50" | 189 g
Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Qualcomm Adreno 618 | 6.50" | 189 g
HarmonyOS 2.0 release date named for the Mate 30, Mate 40, P40 and Mate X2 series
A leaker from China has named the date when Huawei will begin rolling out HarmonyOS 2.0. Apparently, the Mate 30, Mate 40, P40 and Mate X2 series will be the first devices to receive Huawei's new OS.
Google I/O 2021 | Android 12 Beta 1 rolls out to Pixel phones
Google has announced that the first non-development beta of Android 12 is available for Pixel phones, as of the new OS upgrade's introduction at I/O 2021. The OEM has also unveiled various new features now found in its own-brand p...
Lenovo Legion 2 Pro with 18 GB of RAM set to debut on May 20 for ~US$932 in China
Lenovo has confirmed that it still plans to release the 18 GB version of the Legion 2 Pro, its latest gaming smartphone. The flagship will launch for CNY 5,999 (~US$932), over 60% more than the basic Legion 2 Pro costs.
Amazon Music HD drops in price to US$9.99 a month
The "high-fidelity" version of Amazon's music-streaming service has dropped in price by US$5 a month. This change means it now costs the same as the former price of the next tier down, Amazon Music Unlimited. In other words, custo...
Next-gen Pixel smartphones may have under-display cameras thanks to a new Google patent
Under-display camera technology is currently emerging as a replacement for punch-holes in smartphone displays. A blog has discovered a new Google patent for its take on this new kind of selfie camera, thereby strongly hinting that...
Alcatel 3L (2021) review - Entry-level smartphone with 48 MP camera
Savings. The Alcatel 3L is available for less than 160 Euros and still offers a triple camera with a 48 MP sensor. It also has a decent storage capacity and a powerful battery with 4000 mAh. Our review clarifies where the problem lies.
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762 | PowerVR GE8320 | 6.52" | 194 g
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762 | PowerVR GE8320 | 6.52" | 194 g
Samsung seeds a new update for the Galaxy S10 series, Galaxy S10e included
Samsung has started rolling out new updates to the Galaxy S10 series, including the Galaxy S10e. The new round of updates not only brings the Galaxy S10 series onto the May 2021 security patch, but also improves camera performance...
The Honor 50 and 50 Pro could be the first smartphones with a Snapdragon 778G SoC; Honor tipped to use flagship chipset on the 50 Pro Plus
According to multiple reports, Honor has settled on a new Qualcomm SoC for two of the three devices in its upcoming 50 series. Qualcomm briefly listed the SoC in question before removing it, but Honor is expected to use the Snapdr...
Qualcomm launches and then delists the Snapdragon 778G 5G, a mid-range SoC based on a 6 nm process
The Snapdragon 778G 5G is another mid-range SoC to bolster Qualcomm's already burgeoning portfolio. Qualcomm did publish official specifications for the Snapdragon 778G 5G, but something was clearly amiss as it has pulled the prod...
Alcatel 1S (2021) review - Cheap entry-level smartphone with setbacks
Aggravated. The Alcatel 1S hardly gets any improvements this year. The focus is mainly on the latest Android version and the slightly larger display. You can find out why this is a bit too meager in the review.
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762 | PowerVR GE8320 | 6.52" | 190 g
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762 | PowerVR GE8320 | 6.52" | 190 g
Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro camera specifications emerge
Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro camera specifications have leaked, and they represent a significant upgrade from the Pixel 5's cameras. Apparently, a 50 MP primary camera is on the table, as is an 8 MP periscope camera that support...
Huawei's upcoming FreeBuds 4 leak in new live images ahead of their launch
Huawei has confirmed that it will launch its latest ANC TWS earbuds, the FreeBuds 4, very soon. However, a new Weibo post may have spoiled their reveal with new hands-on images. They suggest that the accessories will resemble thei...
iQOO announces an Android 12 beta-testing program for its 2021 flagship smartphone
Owners of the iQOO 7 are now being invited to join an official beta program for this phone's first-ever publicly-available build of Android 12. The Snapdragon 888-powered flagship is thus now touted as the first Chinese-market pho...
Xiaomi shares official POCO M3 Pro renders and specs ahead of its launch
POCO is scheduled to launch a Pro variant for its M3 smartphone on May 19, 2021. It is thought to be a highly re-styled version of a pre-existing Xiaomi 5G smartphone. The latest teasers from its brand seem to confirm this, indica...
Review of the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G - Almost too good for a Lite smartphone
Faster than the Xiaomi Mi 11?! The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite is a thin and light mid-range smartphone with the new Snapdragon 780G. Despite its lower price, it manages to beat the Xiaomi Mi 11 in some areas.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 780G 5G | Qualcomm Adreno 642 | 6.55" | 159 g
Qualcomm Snapdragon 780G 5G | Qualcomm Adreno 642 | 6.55" | 159 g
Xiaomi's parallel charging technology could let you charge your smartphone battery at up to 200W
A new leak from Weibo states that Xiaomi is researching parallel charging technology. Future Xiaomi smartphones could use it to offer nearly double charging speeds, maybe even cross the 200W figure, which has been speculated for q...
Sony's next compact Xperia smartphone shown in case renders and on the Google Play Console
Sony's next compact Xperia smartphone has appeared on the Google Play Console. The 5.5-inch device has also turned up in case renders as manufacturers prepare for its release.
Google Pixel 6 Pro cameras leak with a notable upgrade over the Pixel 5's dual-cameras
The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro designs have already leaked and now have the latter's rear-facing cameras. Apparently, Google has finally equipped a Pixel smartphone with a periscope camera, which would be a huge change for the Pixel ...
Sharp Aquos R6 launched with 240 Hz OLED display, massive 1-inch camera sensor tuned by Leica
Sharp has launched its latest Aquos R6 in its home market of Japan. The new device has captured quite a lot of interest as it features some interesting tech in the form of an OLED display that sports a 240 Hz variable refresh rate...
Updated | High-powered LG Velvet 2 Pro, aka LG Rainbow, goes for an absolute steal to those LG employees prepared to accept some tough T&Cs
LG is apparently offering the LG Velvet 2 Pro, which has also been called the LG Rainbow, at an incredible bargain price to the company’s employees in Korea. It seems those who take up the offer, which does have some downsides to ...
Xiaomi considers hardware cost-cutting as patent reveals modular smartphone concept that would make a great entry into the progressive Mi Mix line
A patent registered by Xiaomi has revealed a modular smartphone concept that consists of three separate modules. It seems Xiaomi is considering hardware costs with this particular design, which would fit nicely into the modern Mi ...
Samsung Display heavily points to Samsung's next-generation foldables, rollables including rumored tri-fold in official images
Samsung Display has published several new images that heavily point to the next-generation foldable devices that will come from Samsung’s mobile division. The Display division released the shots ahead of the upcoming SID Display W...
Redmi Note 10 Pro vs Redmi Note 10: Pro model without pro gaming performance?
Xiaomi sells the Redmi Note 10 and the Redmi Note 10 Pro with the Snapdragon 678 and Snapdragon 732G respectively. While certain other features differentiate the two models, it appears raw performance between the two chipsets is c...
OPPO launches a new Mars Exploration Edition of the Find X3 Pro
OPPO has commemorated the recent touchdown of China's rover on Mars with a new edition of its 2021 Find X3 Pro flagship Android smartphone. It has 16GB of RAM, as well as a new color apparently inspired by outer space. It can be p...
Nubia Z30 Pro: camera spec leaks emerge alongside official sample photos
The ZTE brand Nubia has confirmed that its Z series of flagship phones is back and is just about to launch in 2021. A combination of leaks and teasers appear to confirm an upgrade to an under-display selfie camera for this upcomin...
Leaked Android 12 promo video teases changes for Google's next OS
Android 12 may still be months away from a stable release, but a promotional video has already leaked. Google's next OS features many changes, although most will probably be confined to devices running stock Android, excluding tho...
Sony SmartWatch 4 and Xperia Watch speculation arises from tech tipster's ambiguous comments about Wena
A noted tech leaker has made a social media post about Sony and Wena that has led to some speculation about a potential Sony Xperia smartwatch being in the works. Others believe there might be a Smartwatch 4 coming, over six years...
Ulefone hints at the launch of a new phone with an immense 13,200mAh battery
The affordable smartphone OEM Ulefone has released a new teaser for an upcoming device with an extra-large charge capacity. The company asserts that it will alleviate low-battery anxiety, and will thus be ideal for working or powe...
Xiaomi revisits Mi Mix 3 slider technology in new patent and comes up with a smart dual side-slider smartphone with slide-out camera and slide-out secondary display
Another Xiaomi patent has turned up, this time revealing that the Chinese OEM is still looking into slider technology and its utilization in future smartphones. The innovative Mi Mix 3 came with a slide-out top-side camera but Xia...
Xiaomi sets a release date for the POCO M3 Pro 5G, a budget handset with a MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC and an eye-catching design
Xiaomi has announced when it intends to announce the POCO M3 Pro 5G, its next budget smartphone for the brand. The re-branded Redmi Note 10 5G will arrive with a more arresting design though, and will be available globally.
Galaxy S21 FE: Samsung's new trademarks hint at the release of another smartphone for fans
Two new EUIPO filings suggest that Samsung is gearing to release a new Fan Edition smartphone later this year. Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy S21 FE in August at another Galaxy Unpacked event.
Rumor | The Honor 50 Pro will launch with a 100W power brick
Honor has reportedly certified 2 new phones with the Chinese 3C authority. One has been approved in conjunction with a power adapter that can charge the device at up to 66W, whereas the other apparently has a brick that can do so ...
Galaxy A22: new renders might reveal color options in what might be Samsung's cheapest 5G phone of 2021
Samsung is currently projected to launch the Galaxy A22 smartphone in both 5G and 4G/LTE variants, which might make it a bargain in either market. The leaker Ishan Agarwal has posted new renders via 91Mobiles indicating both putat...
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