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The Vivo X200 Pro is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipset (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X200 Pro arrives in India with INR 94,999 ($1,120) launch price

Vivo has officially unveiled the X200 series in India. Vivo’s latest camera-focused flagship devices use MediaTek's newly announced 3 nm-based Dimensity 9400 chipset. Other features include a 120 Hz display, a Zeiss triple rear ca...

Abhinav Fating, 12 Dec 2024 16:20

The CMF Phone 1 features a 5,000 mAh Li-ion battery. (Image source: Daniel Schmidt/Notebookcheck - Edited)

CMF Phone 1 explosion in India claims life of school principal riding motorcycle

A CMF Phone 1 exploded in a school principal's pocket in Maharashtra (India), leading to fatal injuries. Authorities suspect battery overheating, with a formal investigation currently underway.

Anubhav Sharma, 12 Dec 2024 16:14

The Google Pixel 9a should start at $499 in the US. (Image source: @feni_book)

Google Pixel 9a: Full specifications and unchanged pricing revealed ahead of schedule

Full technical specifications have now been revealed for Google's next mid-range smartphone. Seemingly, Google is planning to bring various upgrades to the table, albeit alongside a potentially weaker main camera than the Pixel 8a...

Alex Alderson, 12 Dec 2024 14:09

Xiaomi could release a small screen phone with Snapdragon 8s Elite (Image source: Xiaomi)

New Xiaomi phone with Snapdragon 8s Elite tipped to feature a small screen

Prominent tipster Digital Chat Station shared some info about a new compact smartphone featuring the Snapdragon 8s Elite. Per the report, it will feature dual cameras on the front, suggesting that the phone in question is the Xiao...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Dec 2024 12:21

New Anker MagGo Qi2 Slim 5K power bank could soon be available in the Apple Store (Image source: u/Rynalf)

Anker MagGo Qi2 Slim 5K: New photos show one of Anker's slimmest power banks yet

Anker is expected to launch a new MagGo wireless power bank in the Apple Store. Called MagGo Qi2 Slim, it features a 5,000mAh rated capacity, 15W wireless charging support, and a 20W bidirectional USB-C port.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Dec 2024 06:56

The Moto G35 5G comes in Leaf Green, Midnight Black, and Guava Red colorways (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola launches the Moto G35 5G budget smartphone in India

Motorola has unveiled the Moto G35 5G smartphone in India. The Moto G35 smartphone has a 120 Hz display, a Unisoc T760 processor, a 50 MP primary camera, and a 5,000 mAh battery. It is now available in India via Motorola’s officia...

Abhinav Fating, 12 Dec 2024 05:52

Liddle Speaker announces the Liddle Speaker Pro MagSafe-compatible wireless speaker. (Image source: Liddle Speaker)

Liddle Speaker announces the Liddle Speaker Pro magnetic wireless portable speaker

The Liddle Speaker Pro can attach to Apple iPhones with MagSafe and act as a phone stand and speaker. A metal ring can be attached to other phones and objects to enable similar use.

David Chien, 12 Dec 2024 05:52

Samsung's Kindsuit case will no longer be exclusive to the Galaxy Z series. (Image source: Samsung)

Leak reveals the Galaxy S25 series will get the Galaxy Z series Kindsuit case but you might want to avoid it

A leak has revealed Samsung will announce several first-party cases for the Galaxy S25 series. The cases will be available in different designs and colors but one particular type of case may best be avoided.

Habeeb Onawole, 12 Dec 2024 01:58

The Nothing Fold (1) concept has three rear cameras. (Image source: Sarang Sheth/Yanko Design)

Designer's take on a Nothing Fold (1) has a light bar for its hinge and triple rear cameras

Nothing hasn't jumped on the foldable smartphone train yet, but what if it did? Here's one designer's take on a Nothing Fold (1) with an interesting hinge design.

Habeeb Onawole, 11 Dec 2024 21:14

Realme 14x set to debut soon as Android smartphone with IP69 durability for under $200

Realme has announced the date on which the 14x will debut as India's first IP69-rated smartphone starting at the equivalent of ~$180. The "Diamond Design" device might come in three colors, but might only have two rear cameras.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2024 18:34

The CMF Phone 1 gets Android 15. (Image source: Nothing)

CMF Phone 1 gets Android 15 by way of Nothing OS Open Beta

The trendy smartphone OEM Nothing has announced that the first brand from its affordable spin-off CMF can now upgrade to Android 15 - sort of. The Phone 1's inaugural Open Beta unlocks the latest Nothing OS 3.0 features such as Sh...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2024 17:52

A smartphone with the Dimensity 8400's predecessor. (Image source: Poco)

Dimensity 8400 depicted as processor with Immortalis GPU and new CPU cores in Weibo leak

The Dimensity 8400 might be touted as the best new silicon for the new mid-range Android smartphones of the near future soon. Now, a famous leaker claims to outline its configuration and speeds in detail. The SoC is also now said ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2024 16:55

Realme Neo 7 launched with a starting price of ~$302 (Image source: Realme - edited)

Realme Neo 7 launches as affordable sub-flagship phone with 7,000 mAh battery

The Realme Neo 7 has made its official debut. It features a large-sized 7,000 mAh battery, Dimensity 9300+ SoC, and an IP69 rating. The starting price in China is CNY 2,199 (around $302).

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 11 Dec 2024 16:03

The Poco X7 is believed to be a re-branded Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Poco X7 rears its head on the way to global release with 12 GB of RAM

The Xiaomi Poco X7 has appeared online again in its global guise. Surprisingly, while the device is based around the the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G, it contains more RAM than its international companion.

Alex Alderson, 11 Dec 2024 15:31

The MagCool OmniGrip. (Image source: Jsaux)

Jsaux MagCool OmniGrip debuts as smartphone camera grip with in-built storage and lighting

Jsaux' MagCool OmniGrip looks like a basic iPhone or Android smartphone handle for content creation - however, it is also rated to back the device up with extra storage, power and even lighting. It holds the device using "strong" ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2024 14:38

OnePlus Ace 5 is expected to make its official debut in China soon (Image source: Louis Lee - edited)

Core specs of OnePlus 13R leak ahead of the official launch

The OnePlus Ace 5 series will launch soon, and the standard model is expected to be rebranded as the OnePlus 13R for the international market. Ahead of the official launch, the core specs of this affordable sub-flagship have leake...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 11 Dec 2024 13:15

Galaxy S25 series will reportedly launch in the EU with the same price tags as the predecessors (Image source: Ronald Quandt)

Samsung Galaxy S25 series pricing details leak alongside new images of S25 Ultra

The European pricing details of the Samsung Galaxy S25 series have leaked. According to this leak, the new Snapdragon 8 Elite flagship phones will launch in the EU with the same price tags as the predecessors.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 11 Dec 2024 10:09

The latest GT Neo7 teaser. (Image source: Realme)

Realme Neo7: Brand-first 7,000mAh smartphone set to start at just under $350

The Neo7 is scheduled for an imminent debut with a relatively massive 7,000mAh battery. Meanwhile, a last-minute leak suggests that its pricing will be as attractive as its potentially class-leading new spec. It is also now said t...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Dec 2024 18:24

The Galaxy S25 series should be with us in just over a month's time. (Image source: Technizo Concept)

Leaker outlines Samsung's plans to copy Apple's MagSafe accessories for Galaxy S25 series

According to a new report, Samsung intends to release various magnetic accessories for the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra. While it is unclear whether these are Qi2 compliant, it seems that Samsung will soon be a...

Alex Alderson, 10 Dec 2024 18:21

The Hohem iSteady M7 AI smartphone gimbal has a 1.4-inch LCD touchscreen (Image source: Hohem)

Hohem launched a new smartphone gimbal that can track everything

Hohem has just launched the iSteady M7 AI-powered smartphone gimbal. Its key features include AI auto-tracking, 3-axis mechanical stabilization, 360° infinite pan tracking, a 1.4-inch LCD touchscreen controller, and up to 12 hours...

Abhinav Fating, 10 Dec 2024 17:09

The Realme Note 60x is powered by a Unisoc T612 processor (Image Source: Realme)

Realme Note 60x debuts as a new entry-level smartphone with Unisoc T612 processor

Realme has launched a new entry-level smartphone, the Realme Note 60x. The Note 60x has a Unisoc T612 chipset, a 90 Hz display, an 8 MP primary camera, and a 5,000 mAh battery, among other features. It is now officially available ...

Abhinav Fating, 10 Dec 2024 16:10

RPCS3 won't be coming to Android and iOS anytime soon (Image source: Asus, RPCS3 - edited)

RPCS3 team shares why the PS3 emulator won't land on Android and iOS anytime soon

The developers behind the top-rated PS3 emulator RPCS3 have just announced the app's ports for ARM-based Linux, Windows, and MacOS devices. However, the team says that there are currently no plans to port it to Android and iOS.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 10 Dec 2024 15:43

The Apple iPhone SE 4 is expected to boast a single 48 MP rear camera setup. (Image source: 4RMD via YouTube)

Apple iPhone SE 4 rumored to feature impressive camera setup according to supply chain information

The iPhone SE 4 appears to be all set to see the light of day in March 2025, if the majority of recent reports are anything to go by. Now, ET News has chimed in, confirming the impressive camera setup destined for the upcoming bud...

Sambit Saha, 10 Dec 2024 15:05

Upcoming smartphones from several Chinese brands are expected to feature larger battery capacities. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi and OnePlus reportedly aiming for 7,000mAh battery phones

Recently, many new phones have featured large battery capacities, typically around 6,000mAh. However, a new leak suggests that several companies, including Redmi and OnePlus, are considering even larger batteries.

Huzefa Baloch, 10 Dec 2024 15:02

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is expected to be available in a vibrant blue colour. (Image source: @TekAvenue)

MagSafe alternative for Samsung: Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Ultra will reportedly support Qi2

The Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup will reportedly support the Qi2 standard, making the Galaxy S25, S25 and S25 Ultra the first Android phones to support the charging standard after the HMD Skyline. Its implementation will determine w...

Hannes Brecher, 10 Dec 2024 12:01

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is set to bring back the 16GB RAM option (Image Source: @OnLeaks).

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will reportedly get a RAM bump

Samsung's top-tier flagship will pack up to 16GB of RAM, according to a fresh leak. The RAM bump will be reserved for the pricier models, with the base model still starting at 12GB of RAM.

Kristen Spradlin, 10 Dec 2024 09:16

The OnePlus 13 flagship smartphone features a 6.82-inch display. (Image source: OnePlus)

Tipster shares details regarding compact OnePlus flagship with Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC and 1.5K display

A compact flagship smartphone from OnePlus is rumored to be in development at the company, boasting a 6.3-inch 1.5K display and the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC. The smartphone will boast a simpler camera layout, and likely arrive with ...

Sambit Saha, 09 Dec 2024 20:25

Redmi K90 tipped to launch as Android smartphone with even bigger battery

The Redmi K80 is the vanilla variant of its new Android smartphone series, yet has its biggest battery thus far. Its successor is now thought to have even more of an upgrade in these terms, however. In the meantime, the K80 series...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Dec 2024 19:23

The "Honor 100 GT". (Image source: Digital Chat Station)

Honor 100 GT leaks with up-to-date design and RAM/storage configurations

The Honor 100 GT is depicted as a smartphone ready to hit the premium mid-range Android smartphone market with an almost-flagship SoC, fast charging and a 50MP rear camera with OIS. Its housing may have also just been revealed, al...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Dec 2024 18:08

The Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G comes with up to 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G now official internationally with Light Hunter 800 camera

The Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G is now available officially outside China for the first time. While hardly any time has passed since Xiaomi released its predecessor globally, the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G brings various upgrades to ...

Alex Alderson, 09 Dec 2024 15:55

The international version of the Redmi Note 14 Pro is unchanged from its initial Chinese release. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G arrives internationally as upgrade on Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G

Xiaomi has refreshed its popular Redmi Note series internationally with Redmi Note 14 models. Sitting in the middle of the pack currently is the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G, which surpasses the existing Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G in a few area...

Alex Alderson, 09 Dec 2024 15:43

The Moto G15 will have a larger display than its predecessor. (Image source: 91Mobiles)

Leaked Moto G15 specs reveal a bigger display and larger battery than the Moto G14

The Moto G15 is overdue for arrival, and for those looking forward to the budget smartphone, a leak has revealed its specs. The upcoming smartphone will bring upgrades to the screen, camera, and battery capacity.

Habeeb Onawole, 09 Dec 2024 15:35

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 15 Ultra launch month officially confirmed

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is an upcoming flagship smartphone from the Chinese tech giant. After receiving its recent 3C certification in China, official information regarding its launch has now surfaced.

Huzefa Baloch, 09 Dec 2024 13:59

Xiaomi has made two camera hardware improvements to the Redmi Note 14 5G for its international release. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G makes international debut with Sony LYT-600 and fresh camera upgrades

Xiaomi has finally released the Redmi Note 14 5G outside China. While the device closely resembles its Chinese counterpart, Xiaomi has included two hardware upgrades that should improve camera performance.

Alex Alderson, 09 Dec 2024 13:10

Barely 8 months before the expected launch of the Google Pixel 10, a case supposedly provides a first look at the phone’s camera design. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel 10: First phone case allegedly provides an early look at the camera design

It’s still early days in the Pixel 10 leak cycle: besides a major specs leak about the Tensor G5 and G6, we haven’t even seen any leaked CAD models. But it won’t be long before more information trickles out. The first Pixel 10 cas...

Alexander Fagot, 09 Dec 2024 12:22

OnePlus 13R will feature a flat display with slim bezels (Image source: Louis Lee on Weibo)

Real-world images give the first official look at the front of OnePlus 13R

The OnePlus Ace 5 series is set to be released later this month, and the standard phone is expected to be rebranded to the OnePlus 13R for the global market. Ahead of the release, Louis Lee, the brand’s president, has shown off th...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 09 Dec 2024 06:52

Poco C75 5G tipped to offer exclusive features to Indian smartphone shoppers on a budget

Poco India has revealed that the C75 5G will also make its debut during the upcoming Poco M7 Pro event scheduled for later in December 2024. The brand asserts that the new C-series Android smartphone will be the only one with spec...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Dec 2024 19:32

Soon a Qualcomm-free zone: Apple plans to slowly replace all Qualcomm modems in iPhones and iPads starting with the iPhone SE 4. (Image source: Wekihome)

From the iPhone SE 4 to the iPhone 19: How Apple plans to banish Qualcomm from iPhones and iPads altogether

Apple and Qualcomm have been partners for a long time, but the former appears intent on gradually moving away from Qualcomm as a chip supplier for Apple's iPhones and iPads over the next few years, as Bloomberg reveals in detail. ...

Alexander Fagot, 08 Dec 2024 16:09

According to the latest information, Xiaomi will not present the successor to the Xiaomi 14 Ultra in January 2025 after all. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 15 Ultra: No early Leica camera flagship launch according to recent info

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra was officially unveiled worldwide at the Mobile World Congress at the end of February 2024 and was expected to be launched in China shortly after the turn of the year. However, leakers are currently reporting t...

Alexander Fagot, 08 Dec 2024 15:48

A smartphone with a fan. (Image source: RedMagic)

First-gen OnePlus/Oppo gaming smartphone tipped to launch with flat screen and active cooling

An upcoming Android smartphone is tipped to launch with an on-trend flat screen to go with its almost gaming PC-like active cooling system that even has its own tiny working fan. However, the device is not said to debut from promi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Dec 2024 20:44

An up-to-date BOE display. (Image source: OnePlus)

BOE develops extra-narrow-bezel screen for next-gen premium smartphones

BOE is now tipped to help shrink smartphone display bezels to their greatest extent with the introduction of a new display panel. It is allegedly pitched at premium or premium mid-range Android devices of the near future, and may ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Dec 2024 19:08

The HyperOS ecosystem in action. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi mulls expanding HyperOS ecosystem to Apple devices

Xiaomi has designed its latest version of Android to act as much of a hub for with the rest of its smart devices as possible. Now, the OEM is reportedly trying to find a way to make that "interconnectivity" compatible with hardwar...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Dec 2024 18:18

Upcoming iPhone 17 Pro series could see more efficient displays. (Image Source: Notebookcheck)

Apple iPhone 17 Pro series touted to offer improved battery life thanks to new display tech

The iPhone 17 Pro models could feature a new display backplane technology called low-dielectric TEE. Low-dielectric TEE has the potential to offer improved power efficiency, durability, and better performance compared to the tradi...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 07 Dec 2024 17:45

Garena Free City is currently only available in Argentina (Image source: Google Play Store - edited)

Garena Free City: GTA 5-inspired mobile game makes its soft launch

Singaporean game developer Garena has introduced a new mobile game called Free City. This smartphone game combines elements from GTA Online and GTA 5, but it's currently only available in Argentina.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 07 Dec 2024 08:02

The Armor Mini 20 family grows (Image source: Ulefone)

Ulefone's Armor Mini 20 is a rugged, versatile smartphone offering night vision and an infrared blaster

Ulefone is offering a new very compact smartphone at a good price. The phone is particularly tough and should stand up to rough environmental conditions.

Silvio Werner, 06 Dec 2024 22:40

The special edition Motorola Edge 50 Neo and Razr 50 Ultra will be available in select markets. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Razr 50 Ultra and Edge 50 Neo get Pantone Color of the Year 2025 Mocha Mousse edition

Motorola and Pantone's partnership continues as the former has announced special editions of the Motorola Edge 50 Neo and Razr 50 Ultra/Razr+ 2024 foldable. The special edition is a new color based on Pantone's Color of the Year 2...

Habeeb Onawole, 06 Dec 2024 21:10

The Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus will sport IP69 certification after all. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus confirmed to launch with IP69 certification for global release

The first international launch of the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus is right around the corner. Ahead of its arrival, Xiaomi has now confirmed that the smartphone will support IP69 certification, which it had previously appeared to rule ...

Alex Alderson, 06 Dec 2024 19:55

TSMC is on track to deliver 2nm. (Image source: TSMC)

TSMC 2 nanometer trial run yields exceed estimations at over 60%

Devices such as next-gen iPhones, Macs and iPad Pros are believed to be powered by processors supplied by the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) as it has mastered the production of the bleeding-edge 2 nanometer pro...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Dec 2024 19:35