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Samsung's long-awaited tri-fold phone is expected to make its public debut at the APEC summit at the end of October, according to a source familiar with the matter who spoke to Bloomberg. This first appearance will be a display-only preview under glass, not a hands-on launch. The device, which could see a full retail launch as soon as November, is rumored to cost around $3,000 and will have an extremely limited initial production run.

The DJI Osmo Mobile 8 is edging towards being released. Now, the forthcoming smartphone camera stabiliser and gimbal has turned up in new pictures that show not only the device itself but also its retail packaging.

The Huawei Nova Flip S is a newly launched foldable smartphone offered at a highly attractive price point. Like many similar devices, it features two separate displays – a largely essential design for clamshell-style flip phones. It is also available in several storage configurations.

RedMagic has officially launched the RedMagic 11 series — RedMagic 11 Pro and 11 Pro+ — today in China, with pricing starting at 4,999 Yuan (≈$700). These phones are expected to deliver on performance as they arrive with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, an active cooling fan, water cooling system, and the ICE X cooling system.

The Vertu Agent Q boasts an unusual design, featuring not only a tapered bottom and a striking leather back, but also hinged flaps for quick access to the SIM card. Depending on the material, however, the smartphone can be very expensive.

The Redmi K90 Pro Max is Redmi’s upcoming offering in its performance-oriented series. The company has now revealed its design, confirming a triple rear camera setup and a Bose-powered loudspeaker. The release date in China has also been confirmed.

Apple’s first foldable iPhone may now debut in 2027 instead of 2026, according to a report from Japan’s Mizuho Securities cited by The Elec. The delay is attributed to Apple’s ongoing hinge and display design work, as new details about the device’s internal and external screens emerge.

A new leak has now revealed key details of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 Pro. Things look grim on the camera end, however, as it appears the phone could sport sensors four generations old at least.

OnePlus is gearing up to launch two new smartphones: the flagship OnePlus 15 powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, and the more affordable OnePlus Ace 6. The company has now officially confirmed the launch date for both devices in China. However, the global release timeline remains under wraps.

The OnePlus Ace 6 is expected to be a sub-flagship smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. The company has now officially confirmed that it will debut alongside the OnePlus 15.

OnePlus has officially released OxygenOS 16, introducing a wave of AI-powered tools, Gemini integration, and new cross-device features. The update even bridges Android and Apple ecosystems, letting OnePlus phones connect directly with Macs and Apple Watches.

Nitecore has introduced a new power bank called the Carbo 10000. It is designed to be significantly more efficient, meaning it delivers more power to your smartphone or other USB-C devices. It's also very robust and can even withstand drops in water.

Qualcomm has already indicated that the Sony Xperia 1 VIII will leverage its Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset like many other flagship smartphones. Ahead of schedule, early details about Sony’s replacement for the Xperia 1 VII have turned up online.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE has been listed for its lowest price ever, even more than last month’s deal on Amazon. The deal is on the 256 GB variant of the phone and is live for two days.

A new leak has hinted at the final design for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. It also suggests that the black variant may still be part of the lineup, alongside the new orange variant.

Oppo claims two-day battery life from the new Find X9 Pro thanks to the giant 7,500 mAh silicon-carbon battery fit in an elegant body. The Find X9 Pro also comes with a 200 MP telephoto zoom camera that has been designed and calibrated in partnership with Hasselblad.

The new ColorOS 16 update based on Android 16 will roll out to 43 Oppo phones and tablets, starting in China on October 30, with older models like the Find X5 Pro and K series set for early 2026. The company says it plans to detail the global rollout at a later date.

The Nubia RedMagic 11 Pro is arguably one of the most unusual smartphones of the year, as Nubia combines the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 with an active fan and water cooling to bring about the highest possible performance. The manufacturer has now confirmed further details about the smartphone.

Round, square, transparent or even with a velvet cover? Thanks to its Ricoh GR collaboration, Realme not only plans to revamp the Realme GT 8 Pro's camera in terms of quality, but also provide variety and customization. Not only will there be different colors and shapes, but also more specialized solutions that can be exchanged via a DIY process, as shown in images and a promotional video.

The Xiaomi 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max have been a hit in China, in part due to the novelty of their rear displays. Unlike with the Mi 11 Ultra, it appears Xiaomi plans to retain the feature on future releases this time out

Sidephone is now officially opening US orders for its modular dumb phone, the SP-01: a (mostly) essentials-only device with swappable keypads, user-focused support, and risk-free purchasing for early supporters arriving in early 2026.

Following the releases of the Magic8 and MagicPad 3 series in China, it appears Honor's next premium offering will be the Magic8 Mini. This phone isn't expected to launch till 2026, however, and will do as a proper premium offering—if a new leak is anything to go by.

The Redmi K90 series is Xiaomi's next performance-focused sub-flagship lineup, set to launch in October. The company has now officially confirmed the Redmi K90 Pro Max, marking the first 'Pro Max' model in the Redmi K lineup.

Vivo and iQOO have now outlined global OriginOS 6 release plans. Split across at least four waves, the rollout will run into early next year for older flagship and mid-range smartphones.

The December countdown is officially on for Pixel owners. Google has released the third and final beta of Android 16 QPR2, signaling that the next major feature drop is polished and ready. This last testing phase for the Pixel 6 and newer models means the stable update—packed with new capabilities—is just weeks away from landing on your device.

The Vertu Agent Q is a brand-new flagship smartphone that’s expected to launch soon. It will reportedly combine an unusual leather design with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and a 35mm main camera.

T-Mobile is shutting down its JUMP! On Demand phone leasing program on December 1 after internal documents leaked through The Mobile Report. Existing subscribers will get one final upgrade chance before November 30, then all leases will be closed and remaining payments waived. Customers will keep their current device at no extra cost, a quiet but unusual exit from a program T-Mobile has been phasing out for years.

A feature that has been available on certain Android camera flagships for several years is now increasingly being dropped by companies such as Xiaomi and Honor, while Apple apparently wants to use it to make the iPhone 18 Pro flagships more attractive to photographers.

Display maker BOE has unveiled the full specifications list of the next-gen OLED panel that is installed on the OnePlus 15 flagship. It is a flexible OLED screen with record beating refresh rate and brightness combo, alongside numerous other virtues.

China-based gangs reportedly stole over $1 billion from Americans using advanced smishing scams that exploit SIM farms and mobile wallets. Here is how the cross-border scheme operates and what you can do to protect yourself.

CheckMag Despite what Apple wants you to believe, circumventing the App Store is possible without jailbreaking, regardless of whether you live in the EU. But the landscape is dominated by pirated software, cracked premium services, and untrustworthy developers. These are the exceptions you might trust, and other third-party stores that could sacrifice your security.

The non-Pro Honor Magic 8 has been introduced in China. Like the Pro Model, it comes with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, but sees some spec cuts in the camera department. The starting launch price in China is around $630.

The Honor Robot Phone likely has one of the most innovative cameras of any smartphone, because Honor simply mounts the main camera on a robotic arm. This arm doesn't just act as a gimbal and can stabilize videos, it can also track stars or automatically point the camera at objects.

The Honor Magic 8 Pro is now official in China. It's powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and as the company highlights, it features a camera setup that's geared for night photography. The flagship phone starts at around $798 in China.

The Realme GT 8 Pro will be one of the many Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 flagship phones that are launching soon in China. With a recent announcement, the company has now shared the exact Chinese launch date of the series.

Like its predecessors, the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 stays competitive and flat-out outperforms Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 at times, even. At least, if new benchmarks of the Vivo X300 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are anything to go by.

The Samsung W26 is the company's latest ultra-premium foldable. Now available via a popular importer, the Samsung W26 features a distinctive design with the same underpinnings as the Galaxy Z Fold7 upon which it is based.

Xiaomi has officially kicked off the stable HyperOS 3 rollout for the first batch of eligible phones. It includes last year's Xiaomi 15 and Redmi K80 Chinese models. The global rollout is expected later this month.

The OnePlus 13 has received a discount that brings it down to its lowest price. While a successor is on the horizon, the OnePlus 13 is still a top flagship phone and can hold its own against several of its rivals.

The Redmi K90 Pro has appeared on Geekbench with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, 16GB of RAM, and Android 16. Like its predecessor, the K90 Pro will likely be rebranded as the Poco F8 Ultra for markets outside China.

Optically, there is hardly any difference between the two new Galaxy S models, but there is all the more difference in terms of features and performance. The Galaxy S25 FE cuts corners in favor of a lower price and so could be the more interesting smartphone for buyers.

Motorola's answer to the Apple iPhone Air and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has arrived. Not only is the Moto X70 Air likely to be cheaper than its competitors, but the smartphone also offers a significantly larger battery and a triple camera.

The Realme GT 8 Pro is the world's first smartphone with cameras developed in collaboration with Ricoh. Many of the advertised benefits of this partnership may just be marketing hype, but at least four Ricoh GR features should be of genuine interest to photography enthusiasts.

The Motorola Moto G100 has been refreshed. Its 2025 model comes with the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, which is paired with 256 GB of storage, 12 GB of RAM, and a 7,000 mAh battery. The launch price in China is around $196.

Samsung has reportedly pulled the latest One UI 8 update for Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, and Galaxy S22 Ultra users. The rollout began just a few days ago but it looks like the company has discovered a bug or stability issues.

Cuktech has launched a new desktop charger in China, the Cuktech 15 Super Charging Station. It launched with an affordable price tag, around $63, and comes with 140 W fast charging support, dual wireless chargers, and a built-in cable.

The Nubia Z80 Ultra will be fully unveiled in China on October 22. Ahead of the imminent launch, the company has showcased a photography kit that's designed for its new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 flagship phone.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is expected to launch later in 2025. Although the company hasn't shared any info about this camera flagship yet, there have been numerous leaks about it recently. A credible leaker has now shared some interesting info about the device.

New Xiaomi 17 accessories are now available to international customers via TradingShenzhen, a retailer specialising in imports. Amongst these accessories is a retro game case that transforms the newly launched smartphone into a gaming handheld.