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This 5.2-inch handset that launched earlier this year with Android Marshmallow on board has just received its WiFi certification with Android 7.0 on board, so the arrival of this software update is imminent.

$295 for a Snapdragon 660 device that doesn't appear to disappoint in any other aspect is an incredible deal. For context, this device could have passed for a 2016 flagship, easily. It's looking like a must-buy

Last year's Alcatel Idol 4S is being launched in Europe under a new name, the Idol 4 Pro. The devices are identical in specs and features, but the new European device does not come with a VR headset.

This one isn't going to rock your socks but it costs $99 and has a fingerprint reader. Not much to complain about, really.

Here, we take a look at the new Samsung device sighted on Geekbench.

The uber-expensive smartphone brand has had to shutter its manufacturing business, leading to the loss of 200 jobs. The brand is now over $160 million in debt and may soon begin bankruptcy proceedings. Vertu phones may soon be a thing of the past.

These devices look quite good but owners of a Redmi Note 4, 4X, or 4 Prime would probably be better served sticking to their devices.

Sprint subscribers will soon be able to enjoy this BlackBerry handset as the company has just confirmed its availability for online orders starting tomorrow, while those who plan to use other channels to purchase it will be able to do so starting two weeks later.

A new Samsung Galaxy variant, purportedly the Galaxy S8 'lite', has hit the Geekbench benchmarks list and interestingly, the device seems to feature an unannounced Snapdragon 840 chipset.

The Nokia 2 through 9 will sport the spectrum of Qualcomm SoCs from the Snapdragon 212 up to the 835. The lack of a "Nokia 4" is likely due to the unlucky number in many Asian cultures.

In what is amounting to a game of Android developer chess, an XDA contributor has updated the bxActions app, allowing users to circumvent the recent Bixby button remapping block pushed out by Samsung to Sprint and T-Mobile Galaxy S8 devices. When will Samsung strike back?

The Mi 6 is Xiaomi's flagship, so it comes as no surprise that the device gets the new OS update first.

The budget phone is now available in India for ₹9,999, or about USD $150. Packing a quad-core MediaTek MTK6737M and a massive 5,000 mAh battery, the phone runs Android 7.1.1 and may quickly become the budget-phone king.

Drumstick in one hand, handset in the other. A uniquely bizarre combination of tech and food is coming in the form of a KFC-branded Huawei device. It commemorates 30 years of KFC in China, and unsurprisingly is exclusive to the Chinese market.

This affordable Android handset comes with a MediaTek MT6738 processor inside, next to 2 GB RAM, 16 GB internal storage, 2 MP and 8 MP cameras, as well as the usual connectivity features such as 4G LTE, GPS, WiFi, Bluetooth, and so on.

The basic version of Samsung Pay comes inside an update that also includes the June 2017 security patch, in addition to the usual bug fixes, tweaks, and stability improvements.

Leaked case renders for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 8 phablet lend credence to earlier reports of a bezel-less Infinity display and presence of dual cameras in what could be Samsung's most impressive comeback in the phablet space after the Note 7 debacle.

LG has announced a new mid-range series of smartphones that take after the larger and more expensive flagship G6. Featuring the same 18:9 ratio display, design, and 13MP rear shooter, the Q6 uses the Snapdragon 435 SoC and is expected to be significantly cheaper.

MIT is currently running simulations of their improved cache memory system called Jenga that can reallocate cache access on the fly in order to create “cache hierarchies” specifically tailored for any program. Jenga can lead to performance increases of up to 30% and up to 86% reduced power consumption.

The existing Mi 6 will finally be joined by its bigger brother if these short teasers are of any indication. The 5.7-inch Mi 6 Plus is expected to have up to 6 GB of RAM and a large 4000 mAh internal battery.

The price of manufacturing a 5.5-inch FHD AMOLED display is now a mere 10 cents more than a 5.5-inch LCD panel. Market researchers are expecting the market for AMOLED to grow by 63% this year, and that by 2020, 50% of smartphones will have an AMOLED screen.

Xiaomi are set to introduce the first device in their fifth generation of Redmi devices less than six months after the Redmi Note 4X was released. The Note 5A may be powered by a Snapdragon 625, though, and we have a feeling fans of the OEM won't be too thrilled.

Samsung seems to play a dirty game with the Android community since the latest update for the Galaxy S8 on T-Mobile puts out of the picture the ability to remap the Bixby button once again.

Although an official trailer reveals that LG plans to launch a new device to feature a FullVision display, the details remain secret for now. However, the Geekbench device known as LG-M700 might be the handset to launch tomorrow with a Snapdragon 430 inside, next to 3 GB RAM.

Huawei's current flagship can be had for $150 USD off the original price for a limited time. A total of six other Huawei devices will also be discounted for Amazon Prime users only.

These new Vivo handsets come with a dual camera setup for selfies (20 MP + 5 MP), Qualcomm Snapdragon 652/653 processors, 4 GB RAM, all with Android 7.1.1 Nougat on top. The price tags read values equivalent to about $396 USD and $440 USD.

In around 10 months since its official debut, Android 7 managed to conquer 11.5 percent of the market. Its predecessor, on the other hand, remains the most popular version, with a share of almost 32 percent.

This Qualcomm Snapdragon 835-powered flagship device surfaced with Android 8.0 on board, and some leaks claim that it will be unveiled at IFA 2017 as Xperia XZ1, next to a Compact version.

This handset is the Galaxy J7 Max that was simply rebranded for online sales. It comes with Samsung Pay Mini and Social Camera, those interested being able to acquire it via Flipkart and has a price of around $262 USD.

After shipping over 23 million handsets in this year's second quarter, the Chinese brand announced an optimistic forecast for 2018, when they expect to sell more than 100 million smartphones.

The keynote is scheduled for 23:00 local time the day before the official start of IFA 2017 where new product announcements are expected to be announced.

Android brainchild Andy Rubin's Essential Phone should have shipped in June, but that date is over 10 days past. In the midst of the delay, CNBC's Todd Haselton has reported that Essential's head of PR has apparently left the company.

The Meizu Pro 7 is set to be the first device powered by MediaTek's flagship Helio X30 SoC. Hopefully, it gives other flagship devices a run for their money.

A new mobile device prototype, which could likely be focused on AR/VR, is doing the rounds in Microsoft HQ that could possibly signal the company's efforts for a comeback in mobile.

The Huawei Enjoy 7 has been launched and while it's not a terrible package for its accompanying price tag, there's a chance Huawei could have done more with this one.

Motorola doesn't plan on slowing down anytime soon, with a new leak revealing specifications of the upcoming G5S Plus. It's expected to launch alongside its slightly smaller, less powerful sibling, the Moto G5S Plus.

Despair, ye folks who love pint-sized devices, Samsung will not be continuing with their plans for an S8 Mini!

This upcoming 5.2-inch handset is expected to feature IP68-rated protection from the elements, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 4 GB or 6 GB RAM, a dual-camera setup, an iris scanner, and more.

A possible new model of the Moto G5 may bring more premium materials, a larger screen, and a dual-camera setup for vastly improved photos.

The event is scheduled to take place in New York City on the 25th of July, and it is expected to involve a few new Moto Mods, as well as the Moto Z2 Force flagship, a handset that has been in the rumor mill for a while now.

The expansive ZenFone 4 series is nearing its launch and a new model equipped with the Snapdragon 660 has now appeared with the model name Z01KD.

The much-anticipated meeting between Trump and Putin has come and gone, and a Russian company is offering a smartphone that commemorates the moment. Its customized Nokia 3310 is made of premium materials, features a distinctive design, and unsurprisingly fetches a high price.

Offering lots of promises but few concrete details, RED has announced a smartphone capable of displaying holographic content. The phone's display supports multi-dimensional video and audio, and it can be pre-ordered today, although at a very premium price.

The well-received Moto Z2 Play is making its way from North America to the the British Isles. UK residents can now pre-order the device from Motorola's website, as well as other retailers, for £379.

The Mi Mix 2 has made its trip to popular benchmark platform, Geekbench. Snapdragon 835, 6GB of RAM, Android 7.1.1 Nougat.`

The leaked specs and features of this upcoming HTC handset include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor, a 5.2-inch full HD display, Bluetooth 5.0, 16 MP cameras on both sides, as well as a 2,600 mAh battery and Android 7.1.1 Nougat.

Finnish corporation, HMD Global, has entered a new partnership with Carl Zeiss AG that will see upcoming Nokia devices carry optical hardware made by the company.

The Galaxy J5 (2017) has 2 GB RAM and 16 GB storage, while the Galaxy J5 Pro comes with the same design and features, but gets 3 GB RAM and 32 GB storage instead. Its price in Thailand is about $293 USD.

The unlocked Nokia 6 is compatible with AT&T and T-Mobile. Available for pre-order in copper finish as a Prime Exclusive device, this 32 GB handset has a price tag of $229.99 USD and shipments should begin next month. The black and silver variants will be released in just a few days.