Upcoming Sony press conference could introduce the Xperia XR smartphone
The recent rumors on the Xperia F8331 are looking more likely now that Sony is expected to kick off this year's IFA trade show in Berlin, Germany.
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LG V20 to launch as the first Android Nougat handset
LG has been supporting Android for a long time, and now they plan to become the first company to ship a handset with Nougat by the end of Q3.
T-Mobile updates the Galaxy Note Edge and the Galaxy Note 4
The update has around 300 MB in size and contains the July security patches, as well as various minor tweaks and fixes, as usual.
Sony Xperia X Smartphone Review
Ambitious. The Sony Xperia X aims to be a top smartphone and a photo artist in one device. Although the 5-inch Android system brings many features and high performance, is cannot fully meet its high, self-imposed claims.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 MSM8956, Adreno 510, 5", 152 g
LG to invest more heavily on OLED production
The South Korean manufacturer will throw another 1.75 billion USD in OLED manufacturing.
MediaTek gives first look at the deca-core Helio X30 SoC
The company's Chief Operating Officer detailed some core specifications of the upcoming flagship Helio X30 SoC including its 10 nm lithography and switch to integrated PowerVR graphics.
UHANS S1 Smartphone Review
The beautiful beast. The Chinese smartphone label UHANS advertises its S1 smartphone model with this teaser. And this teaser is dead-on: Besides attractive looks, the entry-level handset proves to be powerful and exceptionally well equipped for this price range.
Mediatek MT6753, ARM Mali-T720 MP4, 5", 153 g
Lenovo confirms no monthly security updates for its Motorola smartphones
Releasing monthly Android security updates has proven to be too difficult and inefficient for Lenovo.
Online retailers list the unannounced ZTE Axon 7 Mini
The 5.2-inch smartphone is expected to retail for 299 Euros according to major online retailers.
Lenovo ZUK Z2 Smartphone Review
A lot of smartphone for little money. With the second generation of the Z series, ZUK continues where the Z1 model left off: Very good technical specifications at a low purchase price. Only a handful of manufacturers manage a Snapdragon 820, 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of ROM for 270 Euros (~$302). Find out in our report where Lenovo's subsidiary brand ZUK had to make cutbacks.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996, Adreno 530, 5", 149 g
Samsung Z2 video leaks online
This upcoming handset promises to launch as the first Tizen smartphone with 4G connectivity, but Samsung still has to confirm its release date.
TCL 950 hits TENAA
Although TCL is the company making Alcatel handsets, the upcoming TCL 950 promises to be more powerful than the Idol 4S flagship.
Asus to raise prices by as much as 9 percent in the UK
Starting this October, retail prices of Asus notebooks will go up in the country as a direct response to the British exit.
Samsung Galaxy Folder 2 hits Bluetooth SIG
This upcoming clamshell design Android handset has been spotted at Bluetooth SIG carrying model number SM-G1600.
Apple has sold one billion iPhone handsets so far
After two straight quarters of declining sale figures, Apple leaves the one billion iPhone units sold barrier behind.
AT&T updates Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge handsets
The new firmware brings WiFi calling to these two flagships, as well as various minor tweaks, fixes, and security updates.
Xiaomi Mi 5 Smartphone Review
Light smartphone heavyweight. The newest flagship model by the Chinese manufacturer Xiaomi proves that it has arrived in the premium smartphone sector. High-end specifications, a generous configuration, weight of just 129 grams, and high-quality glass casing: These clearly challenge established companies at a local street price of just below 300 Euros (~$332).
Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996, Adreno 530, 5.15", 129 g
Xiaomi launches Redmi Pro Android smartphone
This handset launches in three variants priced between $225 USD and $300 USD, all powered by MediaTek processors and featuring a generous 4050 mAh battery.
OnePlus 3 gets OxygenOS 3.2.2
This incremental update comes with a few minor tweaks and fixes, including enhanced noise cancellation in video recording and the latest security patches.
Apple iPhone SE cannibalizing iPhone 6 and iPhone 6s sales
Market research company shows that a percentage of users who have upgraded from an older iPhone model to the newer iPhone SE would have considered an iPhone 6 or iPhone 6s instead.
Samsung confirms manufacturing defects on initial Galaxy S7 Active batches
Early adopters of the rugged Galaxy S7 Active may find that their new smartphones may not be waterproof at all.
Intex Aqua Fish hits the market
This Sailfish OS-powered handset retails for around $80 USD and features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 212 processor, 2 GB RAM, and 16 GB internal storage.
Soft Gold OnePlus 3 launches today
According to OnePlus, the new color option "needs to be seen and heard to be properly appreciated."
Nokia purportedly planning high-end Android smartphones
Two flagship Nokia smartphones may be coming as early as this Holiday season with OLED displays and PureView cameras.
More HTC Nexus Sailfish specs leak online
This handset has been in the rumor mill for a while, but now new details emerge, revealing that it carries a Snapdragon 820/821 under the hood.
BlackBerry Hamburg shows up at FCC and GFXBench
This mid-ranger without a physical keyboard is expected to launch loaded with Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor and 3 GB RAM.
Samsung working on new wireless charger designs
A new patent filing by Samsung describes three new wireless chargers that are taller than the current ones and apparently can charge a smartwatch and a smartphone simultaneously.
Oppo sends out invites for F1s launch event
The successor of the popular Oppo F1 is expected to feature a 16 MP front camera and will be unveiled on August 3rd, as previously rumored.
TENAA leaks reveal an unannounced Honor Note 8 phablet
Official Huawei teasers suggest a 6.6-inch QHD display and a large 4400 mAh internal battery. Nonetheless, TENAA images show no dual rear cameras for the phablet.
Cat S60 with integrated thermal camera now available
The S60 is the world's first rugged smartphone with an integrated thermal camera for consumer use. Prices start at around 650 Euros.
Google Android 6.0 Marshmallow now on 13.3 percent of active Android devices
Google Dashboard lays out the current distribution of Android versions. Android 6.0 Marshmallow is gaining ground while Lollipop, KitKat, Jelly Bean, Ice Cream Sandwich, and Gingerbread have all fallen month-over-month.
Sony Xperia F8331 flagship smartphone leaks
The model appears to be sporting a new design not found on any existing Xperia X smartphone and will purportedly have 4K recording capabilities.
Motorola Moto Z and Moto Z Force coming to Verizon next week
These 5.5-inch handsets powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor and support for Moto Mods are available for pre-order and will be available starting July 28.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 specifications leak
The retail packaging suggests a 10-core SoC, 3 GB RAM, and a large 4100 mAh battery for the 5.5-inch smartphone.
Hands-on video compares an alleged iPhone 7 against the iPhone 6s
The hands-on video shows what appears to be a dummy 4.7-inch iPhone 7 against the current generation iPhone 6s. A new camera, antenna setup, and Lightning port can all be observed.
Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016) Smartphone Review
Expensive entry. Samsung launches a 2016 update of its entry-level device Galaxy J1, but the price was increased. Samsung is once again not very generous in terms of features. Can the smartphone justify the additional price, or should you have a look at the rivals?
Samsung Exynos 3475 Quad, ARM Mali-T720, 4.5", 131 g
HTC 10 Lifestyle now available in Europe
Online retailers in Poland and the Netherlands are already listing the 5.2-inch HTC 10 Lifestyle with a high starting price of 680 Euros. The smartphone is essentially the HTC 10 with a more mainstream Snapdragon 652 SoC.
Wiko Lenny 3 Smartphone Review
The 3rd Generation. The Wiko Lenny 3 applies a fresh coat of paint to the budget smartphone series. Wiko hopes the improved screen and cameras will receive good customer reviews. We reviewed the smartphone and here are our findings.
Mediatek MT6580M, ARM Mali-400 MP2, 5", 177 g
Sony Xperia M4 Aqua and M5 get Android Marshmallow
Both handsets have just begun to receive Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow and the latest security updates.
Meizu unveils MX6 Android handset
This 5.5-inch smartphone is powered by a MediaTek Helio X20 SoC, has 4 GB memory and 32 GB internal storage, being expected to debut in China at the end of the month, starting at $300 USD.
Sony Xperia X, Xperia X Performance and Xperia XA now up for sale in the US
All the three models now available in the US have 5 inch screens, being powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon and MediaTek processors, with prices that start at $279.99 USD.
Huawei launches GX8 successor in China
Known locally as the Maimang 5, this 5.5-inch mid-range smartphone will likely launch elsewhere as the G9 or GX9.
ZTE Axon 7 now available for pre-order in the U.S. for $400 USD
The smartphone launches on August 17th in two color options and the first set of buyers will receive a free case cover.
Specifications leak on upcoming unnamed Xiaomi smartphone
It's unclear if the specifications are detailing the Mi Note 2 Pro, Mi 5s, or a completely different model, but its FHD OLED display and UFS 2.0 storage are impressive hardware nonetheless.
Upcoming iPhone 7 expected to have a larger capacity internal battery
User @OnLeak claims a 1960 mAh internal battery on the new iPhone compared to 1715 mAh on the current iPhone 6s.
Latest leak claims Apple will drop the common audio jack on the iPhone 7
A picture of Lightning-only earbuds is another hint that Apple may be moving away from the universal 3.5 mm audio port found on nearly every consumer smartphone.
Archos 50e Neon budget smartphone now available for 80 Euros
The 5-inch smartphone will ship with Android 6.0 Marshmallow and come in Citrus Yellow and Black Night color options for 80 Euros.
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 images leak ahead of August 2nd Unpacked event
Pictures suggest a 5.7-inch display with curved edges and a watertight chassis not unlike the Galaxy S7.
Asus intros Zenfone 3 Laser and Zenfone 3 Max
These two new Zenfone 3 models come both with a fingerprint reader and offer mid-range specs at prices between $200 USD and $270 USD.
Acer Liquid Jade Primo Windows smartphone hits the US
This 5.5-inch Windows 10 handset that launched in Europe back in April is finally available in the US, where the Microsoft Store offers it for $649 USD (bundled with a desktop dock, keyboard, and a mouse).
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