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The LG Velvet LM-G910 has a Snapdragon 845 chipset. (Image source: Toranji)

LG Velvet: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 and 4G model joins three new striking colour options

LG has released a 4G model of its Velvet smartphone. Featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, the device appears to be receiving an international release and will apparently retail for 20% less than its 5G sibling. Three new colour variants have joined the LG Velvet roster too, with Aurora Blue, Aurora Pink and Aurora Red now available to order now too.

Alex Alderson, 10 Jun 2020 11:15

The Samsung Galaxy S20+. (Source: Gadgets Now)

Samsung Galaxy S21 now unlikely to use BOE OLEDs due to quality concerns

Reports from a few weeks ago claimed that Samsung would finally ditch OLED's made by Samsung Display in favor of ones supplied by Chinese manufacturer BOE. That plan may now be dead in the water, however, as new information claims BOE's OLEDs failed to pass Samsung's quality tests.

Ricci Rox, 10 Jun 2020 10:34

Razer releases its new Kishi universal mobile gaming controller

Razer has announced that its latest accessory for smartphone gaming, the Kishi, is now available to order. This model is designed to fit onto mobile devices of varying screen size to deliver Nintendo Switch-esque controls. It does so with a good range of options, thumbsticks that are also clickable included.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Jun 2020 22:19

The Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 will be the successor to 2019's Mi Mix Alpha. (Image source: Digital Too)

Upcoming Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 marketing campaign gets a boost as former Meizu executive comes on board to take on the Huawei P40 series

It has been reported that the launch of the Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 will be headed by former Meizu executive Yang Zhe. The Mi Mix 4 has been rumored for a long time and is expected to feature cutting-edge specifications to enable it to take on fierce rivals such as the Huawei P40 series.

Daniel R Deakin, 09 Jun 2020 19:03

OnePlus registers a mysterious new trademark with the USPTO

OnePlus is a smartphone OEM that may have started out as a "flagship killer", but has branched out into additional areas such as audio accessories and smart TVs since then. Now, it appears it may have another new project underway, which may have started by filing a new trademark application with the United States Patents and Trademarks Office (USPTO).

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Jun 2020 18:25

More evidence of a new Galaxy A01 variant emerges. (Source: Samsung)

A phone that may launch as the Samsung Galaxy A01e surfaces on Geekbench

Recently, a leak pointing to an upcoming mobile device called the Samsung SM-A013 emerged. Now, the same model number has been spotted on Geekbench 4. Its listing here may reinforce the idea that this is a new variant of the Galaxy A01, and may drop hints as to how it may be even cheaper than the pre-existing super-budget phone.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Jun 2020 17:57

An upcoming Xiaomi smartphone could sport dual pop-out cameras. (Image Source: LetsGoDigital)

New Xiaomi patent indicates an iPhone-esque design and mysterious pop-outs possibly for 360-degree video recording

A new Xiaomi design patent has surfaced that shows a smartphone with an outer frame similar to that of the iPhone. The patent also shows two pop-outs on the top frame, which could possibly be used for 360-degree video recording.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 09 Jun 2020 17:26

The Motorola One Fusion+. (Source: GSMArena)

Motorola One Fusion+ launched: Quad rear cameras, pop-up selfie camera, and 5000 mAh battery for just €300

Motorola has now launched its newest mid-ranger, the Motorola One Fusion+. The One Fusion+ features a quad-rear camera setup, a pop-up selfie camera, a Snapdragon 730, and a massive 5000 mAh battery. It's expected to be priced at €300.

Ricci Rox, 09 Jun 2020 15:23

Recent Xiaomi Mi A3 update seems to be causing random reboots; fix potentially in the works

The Mi A3's journey to Android 10 has been one for the ages. The Android One phone went through several Android 10 bug-riddled builds before settling on a more tolerable one back in April. That build doesn't seem to be perfect either, though, as there have now been multiple reports of random reboots.

Ricci Rox, 09 Jun 2020 12:38

The Mi CC10 should be announced next month. (Image source: Alibaba)

Xiaomi Mi CC10: Retailer listing points towards a punch-hole and waterfall display for upcoming mid-range smartphone

A retailer has published a picture of what it claims to be the Xiaomi Mi CC10. The device is shown to have a punch-hole and waterfall display, abandoning the design of the Mi CC9 and Mi Note 10 series. The Mi CC10 is expected to land next month with 108 MP and 12x optical zoom cameras.

Alex Alderson, 09 Jun 2020 10:56

Stable Android 10 update finally arrives for the Redmi Note 7 Pro

The Android 10 update has finally arrived for the Redmi Note 7 Pro. The update is surprisingly based on MIUI 11, doubles up as the May security patch, and weighs 2.1 GB. It also carries the build number "V11.0.1.0.QFHCNXM".

Ricci Rox, 09 Jun 2020 08:50

Realme may have a new high-end phone battery in the works. (Source: Weibo)

Realme reportedly certifies a new dual-cell battery that could fit in an X3-series phone

A prolific leaker claims to have found a new TUV Rheinland Japan approval for a new battery made by the smartphone brand Realme. It has dual 2250mAh cells, and may charge at up to 65 watts (W). This new power-pack may thus be destined for an as-yet unlaunched premium phone: the X3 Pro, perhaps?

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Jun 2020 00:00

The BTS Edition of the Galaxy S20+ will probably become a collector's item. (Image source: @evleaks)

Leaks confirm purple BTS Edition of the Samsung Galaxy S20+

Samsung is bringing a purple BTS Edition of the Samsung Galaxy S20+ to market. Confirmed by long-time leaker Evan Blass, the special edition handset dovetails the release of BTS-branded Galaxy Buds+.

Alex Alderson, 09 Jun 2020 00:00

Visionox may make the under-display camera a reality soon. (Source: Visionox)

Visionox claims its under-display camera panels are the first of their kind to make it to mass production

The display-panel maker Visionox has announced its new InV See technology, a panel type that allows a front-facing camera to "hide" under the screen when not in use. Furthermore, the company has stated that it is ready for mass-production. Therefore, next-gen phones could have the genuinely edge-to-edge screens of their OEM's dreams.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jun 2020 22:21

Xiaomi could be working on 120 W fast-charging technology. (Image source: Weibo)

Alleged Xiaomi 120 W charger turns up in hands-on video - possible hint of upcoming Xiaomi Mi Mix smartphone

A hands-on video of a supposed 120 W charger made by Xiaomi has been posted on Chinese social media. The authenticity of the clip has been called into question; however, there is a strong rumor that an upcoming Xiaomi Mi Mix smartphone could utilize 100 W charging and maybe even 120 W if this video is genuine.

Daniel R Deakin, 08 Jun 2020 22:01

The Redmi K30 Pro has a 6.67-inch Samsung AMOLED panel. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro price slashed: Up to 700 yuan (US$99) discounted in sale starting June 9

Xiaomi has slashed the prices of three variants of the Redmi K30 Pro as part of the 618 shopping festival in China. Starting from June 9, savvy shoppers will be able to save up to 700 yuan (US$99) on select models of the Redmi K30 Pro. The Xiaomi smartphone features a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor.

Daniel R Deakin, 08 Jun 2020 19:29

One UI 2.5 to bring unskippable ads to some Samsung devices

Samsung will allegedly show ads on some low-cost phones with One UI 2.5

Leaked screenshots from Samsung's One UI 2.5 software showcase egregious lock screen ads that effectively prevent users from unlocking their phones for fifteen seconds. However, Samsung will only run these on some low-cost Galaxy A and Galaxy M devices. We should have more clarity on the matter once One UI 2.5 is released later this year.

Anil Satyanarayana, 08 Jun 2020 19:16

Xiaomi confirms October MIUI 12 rollout for the Mi Mix 3 5G, sans Android 10

The Mi Mix 3 5G has been mostly ignored by Xiaomi so far, as it remains on Android Pie and MIUI 10, almost eighteen months after it was launched. A new tip indicates the phone will receive the MIUI 12 update later in the year, but Android 10 remains an improbability.

Ricci Rox, 08 Jun 2020 12:10

OnePlus will launch the OnePlus Z in India on July 10th

OnePlus Z slated for a July 10th launch in India; will allegedly retail at $330

A user survey conducted in India has shed light on the upcoming OnePlus Z's price and specifications. The phone will allegedly come with a triple-camera setup, a 6.5-inch 90Hz AMOLED panel, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G SoC, and a 4,300mAh battery that supports charging at 30W. It will be launched in India on July 10th via an online event and will retail for INR 24,990($330).

Anil Satyanarayana, 08 Jun 2020 11:15

Xiaomi will offer the Redmi 9 in two versions and three colours. (Image source: Xiaomi via Lazda)

Xiaomi Redmi 9: Retailer confirms configurations, prices and details of upcoming global models

A retailer has confirmed the configurations, prices and details of the global versions of the Xiaomi Redmi 9. Available in two versions and three colours, the Redmi 9 will start from equivalent to US$147 while combining a giant battery with quad rear-facing cameras. Even a headphone jack will make an appearance.

Alex Alderson, 07 Jun 2020 20:33

OnePlus announces changes to its Beta Programs. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus halves the frequency of its Open and Closed Beta programs for OxygenOS

OxygenOS is OnePlus' well-received skin for Android. The OEM runs a beta program for this software, by which users can access new features in advance and offer feedback on the same. Now, however, the company has announced that it will reduce the number of these builds released per month.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jun 2020 19:54

The iPhone 11 Pro Max may be suffering from a peculiar green tint display issue. (Source: GadgetsNow)

Some iPhone 11 Pro series units may be suffering from a green tint display issue

An iPhone 11 Pro user has reported that their phone displays a green tint under certain conditions. It's currently unknown if this is a software or hardware issue. It isn't the first time something of the sort has happened, though, as there have been similar reports with the Google Pixel 4 XL, OnePlus 8 Pro, and Galaxy S20 Ultra over the past year.

Ricci Rox, 07 Jun 2020 18:40

Th Redmi Note 8 Pro. (Source: AndroidPit)

A host of Redmi Note 8 Pro owners remain without Android 10 as latest update supposedly fixes Netflix compatibility issues

Xiaomi first sent out the stable Android 10 update to the Redmi Note 8 Pro back in February. Fast-forward three months and a host of Redmi Note 8 Pro owners appear to still be on Android Pie. The most recent update to the phone with the software number "MIUI 11 V11.0.4.0.QGGMIXM" brings Android 10, however, and may have fixed the previously-reported Netflix compatibility issues.

Ricci Rox, 07 Jun 2020 17:24

Unity developers will now be able to tap into the Asus ROG Phone 2 and ROG Phone 3's unique functionalities. (Image Source: Asus)

Asus ROG Phone 3 12 GB RAM variant spotted on Geekbench; Game devs can now tap into ROG Phone-specific features via a Unity plugin

A 12 GB RAM variant of the Asus ROG Phone 3 has been spotted on the Geekbench 5 database with scores that are in the same ballpark as that of the previous sighting of the 8 GB RAM variant. Meanwhile, Asus said that it is now a Unity Verified Solutions Partner and ROG Phone-specific features can now be accessed by game developers via a Unity plugin.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 07 Jun 2020 17:20

The Samsung Galaxy S20 5G UW. (Source: Samsung)

Verizon's variant of the Samsung Galaxy S20 5G has only 128GB of internal storage and no microSD card slot

Verizon has augmented its 5G phone offerings with the Samsung Galaxy S20 UW variant. However, some users have been dismayed to find this phone lacks the microSD card support found in other SKUs of this phone. Furthermore, it also has less RAM compared to its unlocked counterpart.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Jun 2020 23:05

The Realme 6 smartphone. (Image source: Realme)

Realme 6 with a 90-Hz display and Widevine level 1 certification for both active and passive entertainment

Earlier this year, Oppo subsidiary Realme officially entered the market in Germany. At a price of 230 to 300 Euros (US$260 to US$339) depending on the memory configuration, the Realme 6 with its 90-Hz display is a particularly interesting smartphone from the Chinese manufacturer.

Inge Schwabe, 06 Jun 2020 20:19

The Aipower T18NC earbuds. (Source: Aipower)

Deal | The Aipower T18NC TWS ANC earbuds are at their "lowest price ever" this weekend

Aipower may be best known for its innovative Wearbuds product. However, it has also released a pair of standalone TWS earbuds with premium features such as active noise cancellation (ANC). The brand has put these T18NCs up for a flash sale, which ends on June 8, 2020.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Jun 2020 18:08

Android 10 update begins rolling out to the Redmi 7A

While the Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 8 phones remain stuck on Android Pie, Xiaomi is already sending out a stable Android 10 build to owners of the cheaper Redmi 7A in China. The update is a 1.7 GB download and doubles up as the May security patch.

Ricci Rox, 05 Jun 2020 22:20

The Moto G Fast and E 2020 are now officially on the US market

Motorola has just released the new Moto G Fast to the US market. This Android 10 phone has 3GB of RAM, the Snapdragon 665 SoC and triple rear cameras. It is joined by the latest addition to the Moto E series, which has 2GB of RAM and dual cameras instead.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jun 2020 21:34

Meet Xiaomi's take on this form-factor. (Source: Huawei)

Xiaomi allegedly patents what looks like a Mate Xs clone

Xiaomi has reportedly patented a phone with an outward-folding display which leaves its I/O contained within a strip down 1 side of this device. If that concept sounds familiar, it is because this form-factor has already been debuted by Huawei in its Mate X series. Xiaomi's new take on it exhibits at least 4 cameras.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jun 2020 20:20

The Redmi 9 smartphone from Xiaomi could end up being a budget champion. (Image source: Gizmochina)

New Redmi 9 alleged prices are ridiculously cheap for a smartphone with a quad-camera setup and 8-core MediaTek Helio G80 SoC

New supposed prices for the upcoming Redmi 9 smartphone have been published, and they are very affordable. It is claimed that the cheapest Redmi 9, with 3 GB RAM and 32 GB storage, will cost just US$139.99. That’s for a 6.53-inch device with a quad-camera setup and an 8-core MediaTek Helio G80 processor.

Daniel R Deakin, 05 Jun 2020 19:35

The Exodus ANC headphones. (Source: House of Marley)

Deal | Get 30% off House of Marley's audio products

House of Marley wants to help consumers celebrate Father's Day with a 30% sale off everything in its US online store. They include the brand's Exodus active noise-cancelling (ANC) headphones. This discount is in effect from today (June 5) until June 13, 2020.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jun 2020 19:31

OPPO Reno4 and Reno4 Pro launched: Snapdragon 765G, 65W fast-charging, and a 90 Hz OLED display

OPPO has now launched its latest set of sub-premium smartphone: the OPPO Reno4 and Reno4 Pro. The Reno4 starts at just over US$400 and delivers a Snapdragon 765G, five cameras in total, and 65 W charging. The Reno4 Pro is the star, though, as it improves on the camera setup significantly, while adding a 90 Hz display.

Ricci Rox, 05 Jun 2020 16:04

DxOMark: The OnePlus 8 Pro delivers impressive but not class-leading cameras

The OnePlus 8 Pro has now made the trip over to DxOMark, where it impressed by breaking into the top ten, ahead of the Galaxy S20+ and iPhone 11 Pro Max, but below phones like the Mi 10 Pro and Galaxy S20 Ultra.

Ricci Rox, 05 Jun 2020 13:06

Red Magic announces a charity tie-in for its latest pre-order event. (Source: Red Magic)

Nubia releases a new color SKU of the Red Magic 5G for international pre-orders

When the latest iteration of the Red Magic gaming phone launched globally, there were only 2 of its 3 SKUs available: the 8GB RAM Eclipse Black and 12GB Pulse. Now, they have been joined by the 8GB Hot Rod variant. The brand has announced that 1% of its pre-order revenue will go to the charity Child's Play.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Jun 2020 23:40

The Samsung Galaxy A31 has a new market. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung releases the Galaxy A31 to the Indian market

The 2020 Galaxy A series has turned out to be a collection of interesting and often cost-effective phones thus far. Now, Samsung has launched one of its variants in India. The A31 has quad rear cameras, 6GB of RAM and can be ordered for the equivalent of ~US$292 right now.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Jun 2020 23:01

A Desire 20 Pro schematic. (Source: Evan Blass)

The HTC Desire 20 Pro is all but confirmed through new leaks

HTC really is going to launch a phone called the Desire 20 Pro. This is in accordance with a new leak that reportedly comes direct from the Google Play Console. The phone's new page in this database may also confirm many of its specs, including its ability to run Android 10 at launch.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Jun 2020 22:35

What's next for Poco? (Image source: Poco)

Poco teases new smartphone; is it the Snapdragon 720G powered M2 Pro?

Poco has teased that it plans to release another smartphone. Potentially called the M2 Pro, the device may be another mid-range smartphone from the Indian company. The M2 Pro may have a weaker SoC than the Poco X2, too.

Alex Alderson, 04 Jun 2020 19:32

Here's our first look at the Redmi 9 (image via Weibo)

Leaked Redmi 9 image showcases the phone's quad-camera setup; will likely be released on June 25th

More details have emerged about Redmi's upcoming budget Redmi 9 smartphone. The device will feature a quad-camera setup at the rear, a 5,000mAh battery which can be charged at 18W, a MediaTek Helio G80 SoC, and up to 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. It will reportedly make its debut on June 25th and cost around the $150 mark.

Anil Satyanarayana, 04 Jun 2020 15:33

Renders of the Galaxy Note 20. (Source: @OnLeaks & @Pigtou_)

The Galaxy Note 20+ may actually be the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra; touted to feature the S20's fingerprint reader

Samsung is set to release two Galaxy Note 20 series phones. The first will be the regular Note 20, while the second will be the more expensive, feature-packed model. That second model has been referred to as the Note 20+ but new information indicates it could be called the Note 20 Ultra instead.

Ricci Rox, 04 Jun 2020 08:43

The Vivo X50 series was allegedly part of a "controlled leak" effort (Image source: Vivo)

Leakgate: Tipster excoriates Vivo for "ghosting" him on a Vivo X50 "controlled leak": are companies in on smartphone leaks and tipoffs?

In a startling Twitter revelation, tipster @evleaks claims that Vivo India planned a "controlled leak" exercise with him, involving the Vivo X50 series, but eventually "ghosted" him instead. This raises serious questions about where and how tipsters get hold of supposedly "leaked" information.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 04 Jun 2020 08:32

The Xiaomi Mi 10 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi 10 smartphone receives official price cut of 300 yuan (US$42)

Xiaomi has posted a cryptic message on Weibo in regard to the Xiaomi Mi 10 smartphone. The message was in the form of a complex-looking equation, which when solved revealed that the flagship device had been reduced by 300 yuan (US$42). The Xiaomi Mi 10 cost from 3,999 yuan (US$562) when first launched in China.

Daniel R Deakin, 04 Jun 2020 04:06

AMD has shipped over 500 million GPUs. (Source: AMD)

AMD has shipped over half a billion chipsets since 2013

AMD's GPU shipment volumes are now reported to have exceeded 500 million. This figure, which encompasses discrete and integrated graphics, beat corresponding numbers for Intel and NVIDIA. This success is projected to benefit even more from future projects such as a new partnership with Samsung.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Jun 2020 23:48

The Lenovo Legion phone may look like this. (Source: GizmoChina)

The Lenovo Legion phone may have surfaced on 3C and Geekbench

The first phone from Lenovo's gaming brand Legion may be getting close to launch. A device with what is thought to be its model number has reportedly been certified with the regulator 3C. The same number has also posted results on Geekbench 5, complete with some of the device's rumored specs.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Jun 2020 22:56

The Motorola Edge Plus. (Source: Motorola)

DxOMark: The Motorola Edge+ fails to outperform the OnePlus 7 Pro and Galaxy S10

Motorola announced its return to the flagship space with the launch of the Motorola Edge+ weeks ago. Priced at US$999, the phone has now made its way over to DxOMark where it failed to outperform flagships from last year like the OnePlus 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S10+.

Ricci Rox, 03 Jun 2020 22:45

The Xiaomi CAS could end up being part of the Xiaomi Mi CC10 lineup. (Image source: Xiaomishka.ru)

Mysterious Xiaomi CAS smartphone rumored to be packing a 108 MP main camera, 12x optical zoom, 120x digital zoom, and alleged Snapdragon 775G chipset

Details of a mysterious Xiaomi CAS smartphone have started emerging, and it seems the device will be fitted with a 108 MP main camera and offer users the chance to enjoy 12x optical zoom and a whopping 120x digital zoom. It’s been speculated that the Xiaomi CAS may end up being a member of the Xiaomi Mi CC10 series.

Daniel R Deakin, 03 Jun 2020 19:19

Over 30 Huawei and Honor phones are eligible to receive the EMUI 10.1 update

Huawei updates the list of devices eligible for the EMUI 10.1 update

According to Huawei's updated roadmap, a total of 36 devices are eligible to receive the EMUI 10.1 update. It includes both Huawei and Honor smartphones, of which the latter will get the update in the form of Magic UI 3.1. The software is already rolling out in Europe and will be available to eligible devices in the coming weeks.

Anil Satyanarayana, 03 Jun 2020 17:58