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OnePlus is projected to launch a smartphone with silicon from MediaTek, rather than Qualcomm as usual, later in 2021. Now, the notable tipster Digital Chat Station claims that this phone will have a high-end main camera sensor, as well as an increasingly popular flat display. It may or may not be available internationally on its launch.

The LG Wing feels like abandonware at this point, with LG affording the device awful software support. Not only has the company silently switched to bi-monthly security patch updates, but it continues to keep the handset on Android 10.

All attention may have now turned to HarmonyOS 2.0, but Huawei is not done with EMUI 11 just yet. The company continues to roll out its Android 10-based OS globally, albeit for only a handful of devices. The company now claims that it has delivered EMUI 11 to most devices too, with the remaining receiving the OS in batches.

Samsung has announced that its next new ISOCELL sensor for smartphone cameras is "for everyone", thereby suggesting a new, mid-range variant is slated to join this series soon. The OEM has invited its Twitter audience to "stay tuned" for more details to be released on June 10, 2021.

Realme has officially announced that its flagship GT smartphone will finally get a global launch later in June 2021. However, the "price" section of this show may have been spoiled already thanks to an accidental leak of the OEM's EU product page for the device, showing that the phone will start at ~US$668 in the region.

Prices for both the Sony Xperia 1 III and Xperia 5 III have appeared on a US retailer site. While it’s possible these might just be placeholders, the amounts chosen seem reasonable and arguably even cheap compared to what many expected would be the price tags for the Xperia 1 III and Xperia 5 III.

A new report from a South Korean news outlet tells us that the Samsung Galaxy S22 series might not feature an under-display selfie camera. Poor yields, combined with less than ideal image quality, prompted Samsung to take the step. However, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 is still on track to debut the technology.

Huawei will upgrade over 100 smartphones and tablets to HarmonyOS, its replacement for EMUI. While the jury may be out on what HarmonyOS exactly is, Huawei should receive some credit for committing to updating devices as old as the Mate 9 and P10, among others. All devices should receive HarmonyOS by mid-2022 at the latest.

Google's latest Feature Drop has arrived for the Pixel 3, Pixel 4 and Pixel 5 series. The June 2021 update includes an astro-time-lapse video mode, a locked folder option in Google Photos and an improved Gboard, among other improvements. The latest update addresses several bugs for Pixel handsets, too.

Xiaomi has opened MIUI 12.5 to another 16 devices. The additional devices form part of its second batch for devices enrolled on MIUI's Chinese branch. Most of the devices are Redmi handsets, including the K and Note series.

Although not perfect, MIUI 12.5.1 pushes the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro out of the red zone and irons out most of the bugs present in MIUI 12.1.5. The latest Android 11-based update for this handset makes the whole interface snappier and comes with a few changes to the Notes app, new sounds, and more.

The Honor 50 and 50 Pro are slated to launch in mid-June 2021. Prior to this event, however, the OEM has seen fit to release new teasers that confirm prior design leaks for the phones. They appear to confirm the new kind of quad rear camera hump the devices will rock, as well as their color options.

The RedMagic 6R offers the top-end Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor in a more mid range-looking chassis than is usual from this gaming-focused smartphone brand. The 6.67-inch display device will be released via its global website on June 24, 2021, starting at just under US$500.

A new leak suggests that Samsung plans on making its upcoming foldable smartphones a bit more affordable. Both the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 could be 20% cheaper than their antecedents.

MIUI code has confirmed the global model name for the new Redmi Note 10 Pro. The device, which has a MediaTek Dimensity 1100 SoC and a 6.6-inch display, is already available in China.

An Oppo A53 user in India has seemingly suffered considerable injuries after the budget smartphone apparently exploded while in his pocket. The rear of the Oppo A53 is completely devastated and there are noticeable burn marks on the case. It seems the 5,000-mAh battery is the likely culprit behind the smartphone blast.

The supposed price tag for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S21 FE smartphone has been leaked, shortly after renders of the device appeared online. The Galaxy S21 FE, which is expected to sport a Snapdragon 888 processor, is gearing up to be a surprisingly affordable and good-looking Fan Edition phone.

The Redmi Note 10 lineup is Xiaomi's current bread and butter for the mid-range segment. Sometimes, though, newer doesn't mean better, and it appears that last year's Redmi Note 9 may actually edge the Redmi Note 10 in some important performance tests.

For years, Samsung has been the leader when it comes to high-end smartphones, at least as far as the Android market is concerned. But the review of the Galaxy M12 once again showed that the manufacturer prefers to settle for mediocrity when it comes to budget phones.

The Pixel line of smartphones has been defining itself through enhanced low-light photography since 2018. Now, a new leak hints that Google has something new to add to this Night Sight suite of features in 2021: Astro TimeLapse. It might be added through the next major update to the OEM's Camera app.

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold2 sits at the bleeding edge of current consumer mobile tech thanks to its foldable display. However, this spec comes with a drawback: it is easily twice the depth of the average 'normal' smartphone when closed. Now, a display-focused leaker claims its impending upgrade will get no slimmer.

New rumors emanating from the Weibo social media platform hint at a phone called the X20, slated to be released by Honor after the launch of its premium 50 series. It may have a 120Hz 6.7-inch display, as well as 3 rear cameras in a vertical off-center housing.

Google has reportedly informed developers that it will introduce a new setting in Android that allows users to suspend Advertiser ID sharing across apps. The measure might boost privacy, although some app-makers might argue that it might also increase the risk of certain frauds, as well as revenue loss. Nonetheless, the changes are slated to start taking effect from late 2021.

The Velvet 2 Pro would have been LG's flagship smartphone for 2021 - had the OEM not chosen to pull out of the smartphone business prior to its planned launch. Now, the marketing material outlining this device's design and main features has allegedly leaked. They indicate that it had a completely button-less form-factor and a 64MP main camera.

Now that the pre-order phase is over, the company has opened up its latest flagship smartphone for anyone to purchase. U.S. and European customers will have to pony up at least 749 USD or 749 Euros for just the baseline 8 GB+128 GB option.

The Oppo A74 offers a lot of value for an official price of 249 Euros (~$303), including a bright AMOLED display, a 5,000 mAh battery, and a 48 MP triple-camera setup. In our review, the 6.43-inch device scored well in these three areas, but it showed weaknesses in other areas.

Several specs for the SM8450, Qualcomm's purported next generation of flagship chipsets for mobile devices, have emerged quite recently. Not long afterward, a Lenovo executive has reportedly confirmed that the OEM will develop phones based on this SoC, to be sold under its brand as well as that of Motorola.

The current US Government has announced a fresh panel of restrictions on a total of 59 companies that, as the administration believes, has links to China's ruling political party. These sanctions prevent the corporations on the list from securing investment from US entities. The measures come into effect from August 2, 2021.

Apple will finally release its first high refresh rate device. According to Ice Universe, the upcoming iPhone 13 Pro Max will sport a 120 Hz display, a year after Apple ditched similar plans for the iPhone 12 Pro Max. The imminent flagship will also be equipped with a battery big enough to offset the increased power draw of a 120 Hz display.

Google may still be months away from releasing the Pixel 6 series, but case designs for both models have already leaked. The cases add a fair bit of bulk to the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro too.

Samsung has debuted the Galaxy A22 5G in the Dutch market, starting at €249 (~US$303) for a 4GB/128GB SKU. It has arrived alongside what is called its 4G/LTE variant, although the two phones have considerably different specs, starting with their displays. The A22 5G's is larger, although it has a 60Hz refresh rate compared to 90Hz in its 4G/LTE counterpart.

A Twitter-based leaker claims that Samsung has a new, AirPower-like wireless charger in the works. This pad is apparently thinner than its closest pre-existing counterpart, thanks to slimmer coil and thermal-management technology. The putative accessory is touted to power compatible devices at up to 25W.

Recent leaks have pointed to a mysterious Motorola phone with the code-name of Denver, rumored to have a stylus and a new affordable-grade Qualcomm processor. Now, it has just surfaced again, on Geekbench and as a registered Bluetooth device this time. Both new tips may confirm that it will be called the Moto G Stylus 5G on its launch.

Looks like Nvidia is playing the prudent game and is not touching any smartphone chips before completing the ARM acquisition. Its current solution for Android and iOS devices is the GeForce Now cloud gaming service, allowing AMD and Samsung to be first to market with the upcoming Exynos SoC that integrates an RDNA2 GPU later this year.

Xiaomi has opened a survey for fans to complete in regard to MIUI (Global ROM). The feedback form is short and sweet with focus on MIUI features and bugs. Xiaomi’s own MIUI 12 Global ROM bug tracker is filled with dozens of entries covering a wide range of Mi, Redmi, and POCO devices.

OnePlus is geared to release its next mid-range device shortly. The phone in question, the OnePlus Nord CE, will be available on pre-order starting June 11, and details have now leaked. Notable takeaways include a Snapdragon 750G, a 90 Hz FHD+ AMOLED, and a 64 MP main camera.

Samsung Display is looking to expand its ultra-thin glass business by offering the technology to companies other than Samsung Electronics. Some of the first new customers include Google with its upcoming foldable Pixel smartphone and possibly even Apple when it launches its own foldable in a few years.

Huawei has launched its latest smartwatches alongside its new MatePads. The 3 and 3 Pro have eSIM functions in addition to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and NFC. The OEM also claims 24/7 heart-rate and blood-oxygen tracking, as well as long battery life, for the new HarmonyOS-powered wearables.

More details about the Galaxy Z Flip3 and its foldable display have leaked. The device will not only feature a more refined look than previous Galaxy Z Flip models, but it also may sport a new 'Round Diamond Pixel' display panel.

Sony appears to have a smash-hit on its hands with the Xperia 1 III flagship smartphone, going by sales results taken from a major retailer in China. The new Sony Xperia 1 III is clearly attracting buyers despite its high asking price thanks to its appealing specifications and novelties, such as its 4K 120 Hz-capable display.

The iPhone 13 Pro Max is slated to ship with a much larger battery compared to its predecessor, according to a new leak. It will allegedly feature a 4,325mAh cell, which is significantly higher than the 3,687mAh unit on the iPhone 12 Pro Max. The iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro will both run 3,095mAh batteries.

Honor has officially confirmed that its 50-series of smartphones will launch in mid-June 2021. The OEM is now hyping them as capable of "beautiful" images and videography, although it has yet to hint at the devices' looks. Then again, it is also known that they will launch with the new Snapdragon 778G processor.

Apple's Podcasts app will soon spawn a new wave of titles, to be published by new partner brands such as the Washington Post and Sony Music and also by independent creators. These new streams will require monthly or yearly fees, for which bonus or early-access content, as well as an ad-free experience, are thrown in. The new subscriptions are to be available in 170 countries from May 2021.

What has been only a rumor so far is finally official: AMD CEO Lisa Su has confirmed during her Computex 2021 keynote speech that the next-gen Exynos SoC will feature a custom AMD RDNA 2 architecture with ray tracing and variable rate shading. More details about this upcoming 5G chip will surface later this year.

The Sony Xperia 1 III has officially gone on sale in China with two storage variants and two different colors available for potential buyers. At about the same time, Japan’s NTT Docomo mobile phone operator has revealed a hefty price tag for the Xperia 1 III that aligns with the prices in China and points to high prices for Sony’s 2021 flagship in other markets.